Released 40 years ago
Gone to Earth
David Sylvian · 1986
67 min · 13 tracks · jazz · new wave · ambient
A haunting blend of ambient textures and introspective lyrics that create a meditative sonic landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- meditative sonic landscape exploration
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- introspective moments for reflection
- evocative soundscapes for solitude
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1986, 'Gone to Earth' was David Sylvian's second solo album following his debut, 'Brilliant Trees' from 1984. At this point in his career, Sylvian was establishing himself as a distinctive voice in the art pop and ambient music scenes, moving away from the new wave sound of his earlier work with Japan. This album reflects his deepening exploration of experimental soundscapes and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brian Eno· Mark Hollis· Ryuichi Sakamoto
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Taking the Veil 4:39
- 2 Laughter & Forgetting 2:40
- 3 Before the Bullfight 9:45
- 4 Gone to Earth 3:02
- 5 Wave 9:11
- 6 River Man 4:55
- 7 Silver Moon 6:07
- 8 The Healing Place 5:35
- 9 Answered Prayers 3:11
- 10 Where the Railroad Meets the Sea 2:53
- 11 The Wooden Cross 5:01
- 12 Home 4:31
- 13 Upon This Earth 6:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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