Dark Night of the Soul
Danger Mouse · 2010
91 min · 26 tracks · hip-hop · R&B
A surreal blend of melancholic melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in cinematic soundscapes.
Dark Night of the Soul is an album by Danger Mouse, released in 2010. A surreal blend of melancholic melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in cinematic soundscapes. 'Dark Night of the Soul' is notable for its unique blend of genres and its collaborative nature, featuring contributions from artists like David Lynch and James Mercer. The album received critical acclaim, landing on several year-end lists and showcasing Danger Mouse's innovative approach to music production, influencing both hip-hop and indie rock scenes. Its release also sparked conversations about artistic freedom when it was initially withheld by the label over copyright issues. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dark Night of the Soul sound like?
A surreal blend of melancholic melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in cinematic soundscapes. Rooted in hip-hop and R&B.
What makes Dark Night of the Soul by Danger Mouse notable?
'Dark Night of the Soul' is notable for its unique blend of genres and its collaborative nature, featuring contributions from artists like David Lynch and James Mercer. The album received critical acclaim, landing on several year-end lists and showcasing Danger Mouse's innovative approach to music production, influencing both hip-hop and indie rock scenes. Its release also sparked conversations about artistic freedom when it was initially withheld by the label over copyright issues. Released in 2010, 'Dark Night of the Soul' marks a significant collaboration between Danger Mouse and an array of guest artists. This album followed his critically acclaimed work with Gnarls Barkley and his production on other major projects, solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in alternative hip-hop and R&B. At this point, he was transitioning into more experimental territory, moving beyond traditional genre boundaries.
How many songs are on Dark Night of the Soul?
Dark Night of the Soul has 26 tracks, running approximately 91 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Revenge Standout 4:54
- 2 Just War 3:43
- 3 Jaykub 3:52
- 4 Little Girl Standout 4:32
- 5 Angel’s Harp 2:56
- 6 Pain 2:51
- 7 Star Eyes (I Can’t Catch It) 3:10
- 8 Everytime I’m With You 3:11
- 9 Insane Lullaby 3:09
- 10 Daddy’s Gone 3:08
- 11 The Man Who Played God Standout 3:09
- 12 Grim Augury 2:31
- 13 Dark Night of the Soul 4:40
Disc 2
- 1 Revenge (instrumental) 4:56
- 2 Just War (instrumental) 3:45
- 3 Jaykub (instrumental) 3:54
- 4 Little Girl (instrumental) 4:31
- 5 Angel’s Harp (instrumental) 2:58
- 6 Pain (instrumental) 2:50
- 7 Star Eyes (I Can’t Catch It) (instrumental) 3:08
- 8 Everytime I’m With You (instrumental) 3:11
- 9 Insane Lullaby (instrumental) 3:11
- 10 Daddy’s Gone (instrumental) 3:10
- 11 Man Who Played God (instrumental) 3:09
- 12 Grim Augury (instrumental) 2:31
- 13 Dark Night of the Soul (instrumental) 4:40
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