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Released 30 years ago

Fitzcarraldo

The Frames · 1996

73 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock

Drenched in atmospheric melodies, this album captures the essence of yearning through haunting vocals and intricate instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with emotional peaks
  • haunting vocals for introspective moments
  • atmospheric melodies for reflective listening
  • wave-like pacing encourages deep engagement
  • for late-night solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks immediate gratification
  • prefers upbeat, fast-paced tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Fitzcarraldo' was The Frames' second studio album, following their debut 'Another Love Song' from 1991. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from their early sound into more expansive and emotive musical territories, establishing themselves as prominent figures in the Irish alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Swell Season· Damien Rice· Snow Patrol

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Revelate 3:46
  • 2 Angel at My Table 3:45
  • 3 Fitzcarraldo 6:08
  • 4 Evergreen 4:28
  • 5 In This Boat Together 5:18
  • 6 Say It to Me Now 5:33
  • 7 Monument 3:38
  • 8 Giving It All Away 4:18
  • 9 Red Chord 4:29
  • 10 Denounced 4:20
  • 11 Your Face 5:43
  • 12 Roger 3:24
  • 13 One Irish Rover 4:38
  • 14 Sworn 3:36
  • 15 Red Chord (Phillpott remix) 5:54
  • 16 Monument (DJ Mek remix) 4:39

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