Heart on Snow
Marc Almond · 2003
67 min · 19 tracks · new wave · dark cabaret
A haunting blend of orchestral arrangements and Almond's emotive vocals that evoke nostalgia and longing.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like emotional ebb and flow haunting orchestral arrangements enhance nostalgia dynamic peaks for reflective moments
- Context
- By the time 'Heart on Snow' was released in 2003, Marc Almond had established himself as a significant figure in the music scene, particularly after his work with Soft Cell in the early '80s. This album came after a string of solo projects, marking a return to his theatrical roots with an emphasis on orchestral soundscapes and storytelling.
- If you like
- new wave, dark cabaret
Heart on Snow is an album by Marc Almond, released in 2003. A haunting blend of orchestral arrangements and Almond's emotive vocals that evoke nostalgia and longing. The album showcases Almond's continued evolution as an artist, receiving critical acclaim for its lush arrangements and emotional depth. It also highlights his influence on the dark cabaret genre, reinforcing his status as a pioneer who blends pop sensibilities with avant-garde elements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Heart on Snow sound like?
A haunting blend of orchestral arrangements and Almond's emotive vocals that evoke nostalgia and longing. Rooted in new wave and dark cabaret.
What makes Heart on Snow by Marc Almond notable?
The album showcases Almond's continued evolution as an artist, receiving critical acclaim for its lush arrangements and emotional depth. It also highlights his influence on the dark cabaret genre, reinforcing his status as a pioneer who blends pop sensibilities with avant-garde elements. By the time 'Heart on Snow' was released in 2003, Marc Almond had established himself as a significant figure in the music scene, particularly after his work with Soft Cell in the early '80s. This album came after a string of solo projects, marking a return to his theatrical roots with an emphasis on orchestral soundscapes and storytelling.
Who is Heart on Snow for?
Heart on Snow works well if you're into wave-like emotional ebb and flow, haunting orchestral arrangements enhance nostalgia and dynamic peaks for reflective moments.
How many songs are on Heart on Snow?
Heart on Snow has 19 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 So Strange the Path (So Wide the Field) Standout 3:12
- 2 Strange Feeling 3:42
- 3 Gosudaryunia 3:05
- 4 Always and Everywhere (I Will Follow You) 3:40
- 5 Oh, My Soul (Trad.) 3:31
- 6 Two Guitars 3:32
- 7 Heart on Snow (with "Russia" Orchestra) 4:03
- 8 Nuit de Noel 2:53
- 9 Romance 4:59
- 10 The Storks 3:53
- 11 Luna (The Moon) 2:01
- 12 White Flowers of Acacia 2:33
- 13 The Glance of Your Dark Eyes 3:48
- 14 If Your Affectionate Smile Has Gone 4:11
- 15 Sleeping Beauty 3:59
- 16 Just One Chance 4:22
- 17 Gone but Not Forgotten (feat. Choir of the Higher Naval Engineering Academy) Standout 4:29
- 18 So Wide the Field (reprise) 1:38
- 19 The Glance of Your Dark Eyes (version 2) 4:15
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
67 min 54 sec
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