From the Sea to the Land Beyond
Sea Power · 2012
73 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock
A sprawling sonic journey that melds post-rock expansiveness with indie rock's emotive core and intricate storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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From the Sea to the Land Beyond Start here — The title track sets the stage for the entire album with its sweeping melodies and evocative lyrics that encapsulate the themes of exploration and connection to nature.
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Suffragette Riots — This track stands out with its stirring narrative about historical protests, blending political commentary with an anthemic sound that resonates across generations.
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The Guillemot Girls — With its melodic hooks and layered instrumentation, this song captures a sense of nostalgia while showcasing the band's ability to craft vivid imagery through music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- fragmented narratives that invite reflection
- thoughtful soundscapes for introspective moments
- exploratory listening during quiet afternoons
- shifts in tempo that surprise
- evocative themes of nature and
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
- want instant musical gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — This album features unique soundscapes and is a departure from their typical style.
- Themes
- historical protests· oceanic exploration· nostalgic imagery
- Career context
- Released on June 13, 2012, From the Sea to the Land Beyond marks Sea Power's fourth studio album, following their 2008 effort, Do You Like Rock Music?. This album came during a transformative phase for the band as they began to embrace more expansive soundscapes and thematic depth, reflecting their growth since their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The National· Explosions in the Sky· Interpol
Tracklist
- 1 From the Sea to the Land Beyond Start here 5:00
- 2 Remarkable Diving Feat 4:18
- 3 Strange Sports 3:15
- 4 Heroines of the Cliff 4:52
- 5 The Guillemot Girls 3:05
- 6 Suffragette Riots 3:57
- 7 Heatwave 3:44
- 8 Melancholy of the Boot 4:22
- 9 Be You Mighty Sparrow? 2:13
- 10 Berth 24 4:04
- 11 Red Rock Riviera 6:53
- 12 Coastguard 4:22
- 13 Perspectives of Stinky Turner 4:54
- 14 Bonjour Copains 2:57
- 15 The Wild Highlands 3:10
- 16 Docklands Renewed 5:41
- 17 The Islanders 3:07
- 18 Heatwave (Lympne Castle demo) 3:45
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