Glyph cover

Glyph

Floater · 1995

69 min · 16 tracks · rock music

A brooding soundscape blends dark, atmospheric rock with introspective lyrics and dynamic instrumentation.

Why this album works

'Glyph' is significant for its critical reception, being praised for its inventive songwriting and depth. The album helped establish Floater as a notable presence in the underground rock circuit, paving the way for future projects and contributing to the alternative rock movement of the mid-90s.
Best for
brooding soundscapes for introspection dynamic peaks and valleys late-night contemplative journeys
Context
Released in 1995, 'Glyph' marks Floater's third studio album, following their earlier works 'Allegory' (1994) and 'The Last Breath' (1993). At this stage, the band was solidifying their unique blend of alternative rock and atmospheric elements, carving out a distinct identity within the burgeoning 90s rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
John Mayer· ZZ Top· Daniel Lanois

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Knowing Dirge Standout 5:45
  • 2 ...But Rain Never Came 0:57
  • 3 Cinema 4:55
  • 4 Midnight Ride 2:54
  • 5 All the Stories but One 6:41
  • 6 Dead 3:47
  • 7 Intermezzo 2:07
  • 8 Isolation Standout 4:40
  • 9 Clean Plastic Baby Standout 9:01
  • 10 The Face of Order 4:17
  • 11 Pet 4:45
  • 12 Persecutor 6:41
  • 13 Bottle 3:07
  • 14 The Sad Ballad of Danny Boy 3:17
  • 15 Crawl Into You 6:11
  • 16 [untitled] 0:44

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