Dance Hall at Louse Point cover

Released 30 years ago

Dance Hall at Louse Point

PJ Harvey · 1996

39 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock

A raw and experimental tapestry of spoken word, haunting melodies, and atmospheric instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • atmospheric moments of haunting reflection
  • wave-like pacing with varied intensity

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward, catchy tunes
  • prefer constant high-energy flow

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Dance Hall at Louse Point' marked PJ Harvey's first collaboration with producer John Parish. Following her acclaimed album 'To Bring You My Love,' this project showcased a more abstract approach, blending poetry with lo-fi soundscapes. This album represented a pivotal point in her evolution as an artist, moving away from traditional song structures.
Stylistic neighbors
Anna Calvi· Bat for Lashes· St. Vincent

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Girl 1:29
  • 2 Rope Bridge Crossing 5:10
  • 3 City of No Sun 2:14
  • 4 That Was My Veil 3:01
  • 5 Urn With Dead Flowers in a Drained Pool 3:03
  • 6 Civil War Correspondent 4:23
  • 7 Taut 3:15
  • 8 Un Cercle Autour du Soleil 5:07
  • 9 Heela 3:19
  • 10 Is That All There Is? 5:11
  • 11 Dance Hall at Louse Point 2:10
  • 12 Lost Fun Zone 1:27

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