Controlling Crowds – Part IV
Archive · 2009
48 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · trip hop
A moody blend of atmospheric rock and haunting trip-hop textures that draw listeners into a contemplative soundscape.
Why this album works
The album received notable attention for its ambitious production and conceptual depth, gaining praise from critics in publications like 'The Guardian' for its intricate layering of styles. Additionally, it helped to further solidify Archive's reputation as pioneers within the trip-hop and progressive rock realms, influencing subsequent artists exploring similar sonic landscapes.
- Best for
- contemplative soundscape for introspection steady pacing with emotional peaks atmospheric depth for headphone listening
- Context
- By the time 'Controlling Crowds – Part IV' was released in 2009, Archive had established themselves within the UK alternative rock scene, following their previous albums like 'Lights' (2006). This album marks a continuation of their exploration into darker themes and complex compositions, solidifying their unique fusion of genres. It also came after a brief hiatus, showcasing the band's reinvigorated creativity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Muse· Radiohead· Ed Sheeran· Robbie Williams· Ellie Goulding· Depeche Mode· Manic Street Preachers· Duran Duran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pills Standout 4:13
- 2 Lines 6:04
- 3 The Empty Bottle Standout 7:03
- 4 Remove 4:05
- 5 Come On Get High 4:41
- 6 Thought Conditioning Standout 3:39
- 7 The Feeling of Losing Everything 4:47
- 8 Blood in Numbers 3:05
- 9 To the End 3:54
- 10 Pictures 3:54
- 11 Lunar Bender 3:23
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