Empty
11 min · 2 tracks · indie rock
A haunting blend of electronic textures and introspective lyrics that encapsulate a sense of longing and unfulfilled desire.
Top tracks — play these first
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Empty — The title track serves as an evocative representation of the album’s themes of isolation and yearning, wrapped in a lush soundscape that highlights Emily Haines' vocal delivery.
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The Police & The Private (Howie B remix) — This remix transforms the original into a more dance-oriented piece, illustrating Metric's versatility and willingness to experiment with their sound while maintaining lyrical depth.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Marks a transition in sound, blending rock with electronic elements in a unique way.
- Themes
- unfulfilled desire· electronic longing
- Career context
- Released in 2010, 'Empty' marks a transitional phase for Metric following their acclaimed album 'Fantasies'. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound while exploring more experimental electronic influences. This single helped to maintain their presence in the indie rock scene as they prepared for upcoming projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chvrches· Yeah Yeah Yeahs· Bat for Lashes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Empty 5:47
- 2 The Police & The Private (Howie B remix) 5:32
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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