Released 30 years ago
Fitzcarraldo
The Frames · 1996
73 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
Ethereal melodies and poignant lyrics intertwine within a tapestry of alternative rock and folk influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Revelate — The opening track sets a reflective tone with its soaring vocals and lyrical introspection, effectively encapsulating the album's emotional landscape.
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Angel at My Table — This track showcases the band's ability to meld delicate instrumentation with powerful vocal delivery, making it a highlight of their early catalog.
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Say It to Me Now — With its raw energy and earnest lyrics, this song exemplifies the band's knack for creating anthemic moments that resonate deeply with audiences.
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
- seeks immediate gratification
- prefers upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Fitzcarraldo marked The Frames' second studio album, following their debut, Another Love Song. At this point, the band was gaining traction in the Irish music scene, establishing a distinct sound that would set the stage for their future work.
- 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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