Drive Home
Steven Wilson · 2013
162 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · progressive rock
A haunting blend of progressive rock and orchestral elements, laden with emotional depth and narrative intricacies.
Why this album works
'Drive Home' stands out for its critical acclaim, particularly for the title track, which showcases Wilson's ability to fuse personal storytelling with expansive soundscapes. The live recordings featured on this album highlight the intricate arrangements of his music and reflect his impact on the progressive rock genre during a period marked by renewed interest in complex musical narratives.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks haunting emotional depth exploration immersive narrative intricacies unfold
- Context
- In 2013, Steven Wilson was establishing himself as a solo artist following the success of his debut solo album 'Insurgentes' in 2008. 'Drive Home' serves as a bridge between his previous works and his growing reputation for immersive live performances, spotlighting his evolution in both songwriting and production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ellie Goulding· Robbie Williams· Radiohead· Gorillaz· Lily Allen· Blur· Oasis· Ed Sheeran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Drive Home Standout 7:37
- 2 The Raven That Refused to Sing Standout 7:49
- 3 The Holy Drinker (live in Frankfurt) Standout 10:23
- 4 Insurgentes (live in Frankfurt) 4:28
- 5 The Watchmaker (live in Frankfurt) 11:51
- 6 The Raven That Refused to Sing (live in Frankfurt) 8:12
- 9 Drive Home (5.1 mix) 7:37
- 10 The Raven That Refused to Sing (5.1 mix) 7:49
- 11 The Holy Drinker (live in Frankfurt) (5.1 mix) 10:23
- 12 Insurgentes (live in Frankfurt) (5.1 mix) 4:28
- 13 The Watchmaker (live in Frankfurt) (5.1 mix) 11:51
- 14 The Raven That Refused to Sing (live in Frankfurt) (5.1 mix) 8:12
- 15 The Birthday Party (5.1 mix) 3:48
- 16 The Raven That Refused to Sing (orchestral version) (5.1 mix) 7:30
Disc 2
- 1 Drive Home (edit) 4:10
- 2 The Birthday Party 3:48
- 3 The Raven That Refused to Sing (orchestral version) 7:31
- 4 The Holy Drinker (live in Frankfurt) Standout 10:27
- 5 Insurgentes (live in Frankfurt) 4:32
- 6 The Watchmaker (live in Frankfurt) 11:54
- 7 The Raven That Refused to Sing (live in Frankfurt) 8:17
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