Fragments of a Rainy Season
John Cale · 1992
71 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock · classical · folk rock
A contemplative blend of folk and rock, marked by introspective lyrics and Cale's haunting vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady contemplative listening experience
- introspective moments of reflection
- haunting vocals for rainy days
- consistent flow with emotional peaks
- ideal for quiet evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of upbeat tempos
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Fragments of a Rainy Season' was released in 1992, John Cale had established himself as a prominent figure in alternative rock, moving past his early days with The Velvet Underground. This album came after a series of experimental projects and marked a return to more accessible songwriting while still showcasing his avant-garde sensibilities. It reflects his evolution as an artist, bridging his earlier experimental work with a more melodic approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brian Eno· Lou Reed· David Bowie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Child’s Christmas in Wales 3:24
- 2 Dying on the Vine 3:51
- 3 Cordoba 3:27
- 4 Darling I Need You 3:18
- 5 Paris 1919 3:30
- 6 Guts 3:05
- 7 Fear (Is a Man’s Best Friend) 3:51
- 8 Ship of Fools 3:43
- 9 Leaving It Up to You 3:32
- 10 The Ballad of Cable Hogue 2:57
- 11 Thoughtless Kind 2:40
- 12 On a Wedding Anniversary 3:31
- 13 Lie Still, Sleep Becalmed 4:21
- 14 Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night 3:44
- 15 Buffalo Ballet 2:47
- 16 Chinese Envoy 3:15
- 17 Style It Takes 2:58
- 18 Heartbreak Hotel 5:18
- 19 (I Keep A) Close Watch 2:30
- 20 Hallelujah 5:17
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