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Fifteen Feet of Pure White Snow

Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds · 2001

15 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · post-punk · experimental rock

A haunting exploration of existential dread, wrapped in atmospheric instrumentation and Cave's gravelly vocals.

Fifteen Feet of Pure White Snow is a single by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, released in 2001. A haunting exploration of existential dread, wrapped in atmospheric instrumentation and Cave's gravelly vocals. The album was well-received by critics, noted for its lyrical depth and atmospheric soundscapes. It further solidified Nick Cave's status in the alternative rock genre, often cited as influencing subsequent artists exploring darker themes in their music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Fifteen Feet of Pure White Snow sound like?

A haunting exploration of existential dread, wrapped in atmospheric instrumentation and Cave's gravelly vocals. Rooted in alternative rock and post-punk.

What makes Fifteen Feet of Pure White Snow by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds notable?

The album was well-received by critics, noted for its lyrical depth and atmospheric soundscapes. It further solidified Nick Cave's status in the alternative rock genre, often cited as influencing subsequent artists exploring darker themes in their music. Released in 2001, 'Fifteen Feet of Pure White Snow' is the eighth studio album by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. This album came after the critically acclaimed 'No More Shall We Part' and marked a period of artistic introspection for Cave, showcasing his continued evolution as a songwriter.

How many songs are on Fifteen Feet of Pure White Snow?

Fifteen Feet of Pure White Snow has 3 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·15:40

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

  • 1 Fifteen Feet of Pure White Snow Standout 4:07
  • 2 God Is in the House Standout 5:54
  • 3 We Came Along This Road Standout 5:38

Release Date

January 1, 2001

Artist Origin

Australia

Runtime

15 min 40 sec