Covers
Placebo · 2003
40 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · electronic rock
An eclectic collection of reinterpretations that meld alternative rock with haunting melodies and unexpected electronic flourishes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments haunting melodies for introspective moods eclectic reinterpretations that surprise
- Context
- By the time 'Covers' was released in September 2003, Placebo had established themselves as a prominent band in the alternative rock scene, following their breakthrough album 'Without You I'm Nothing' from 1998. This album showcases their diverse influences and marks a shift towards exploring iconic tracks that resonate with their signature sound.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, electronic rock
Covers is an album by Placebo, released in 2003. An eclectic collection of reinterpretations that meld alternative rock with haunting melodies and unexpected electronic flourishes. 'Covers' received critical acclaim for its inventive reworkings of classic songs, notably charting at number 9 on the UK Albums Chart. The album not only exposed Placebo's artistic versatility but also contributed to the revival of interest in covers within the indie rock genre during the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Covers sound like?
An eclectic collection of reinterpretations that meld alternative rock with haunting melodies and unexpected electronic flourishes. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Covers by Placebo notable?
'Covers' received critical acclaim for its inventive reworkings of classic songs, notably charting at number 9 on the UK Albums Chart. The album not only exposed Placebo's artistic versatility but also contributed to the revival of interest in covers within the indie rock genre during the early 2000s. By the time 'Covers' was released in September 2003, Placebo had established themselves as a prominent band in the alternative rock scene, following their breakthrough album 'Without You I'm Nothing' from 1998. This album showcases their diverse influences and marks a shift towards exploring iconic tracks that resonate with their signature sound.
Who is Covers for?
Covers works well if you're into steady pacing for reflective moments, haunting melodies for introspective moods and eclectic reinterpretations that surprise.
How many songs are on Covers?
Covers has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Running Up That Hill Standout 4:57
- 2 Where Is My Mind (XFM live version) Standout 3:44
- 3 Bigmouth Strikes Again 3:54
- 4 Johnny and Mary 3:25
- 5 20th Century Boy Standout 3:40
- 6 The Ballad of Melody Nelson 3:58
- 7 Holocaust 4:27
- 8 I Feel You 6:26
- 9 Daddy Cool 3:21
- 10 Jackie 2:50
Release Date
September 22, 2003
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
40 min 47 sec
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