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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- contemplative soundscape for introspection
- steady pacing with emotional peaks
- atmospheric depth for headphone listening
- engaging flow through entire album
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career 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
- Massive Attack· Portishead· Radiohead
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pills 4:13
- 2 Lines 6:04
- 3 The Empty Bottle 7:03
- 4 Remove 4:05
- 5 Come On Get High 4:41
- 6 Thought Conditioning 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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