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Hymns to the Silence

Van Morrison · 1991

95 min · 21 tracks · jazz fusion · Celtic music · blue-eyed soul

Soulful melodies intertwine with reflective lyrics, creating a rich tapestry of emotion and spirituality.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • reflective lyrics for soulful moments
  • long-form listening for deep connection
  • emotional depth in quiet introspection
  • cathartic release through heartfelt melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, immediate gratification
  • dislike reflective, slower tempos

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Hymns to the Silence' was released in September 1991, Van Morrison had already established himself as a significant figure in music with classic albums like 'Astral Weeks' and 'Moondance.' This album marked a return to his spiritual roots after a period of commercial experimentation, showcasing his maturation as both a songwriter and performer.
Stylistic neighbors
Leonard Cohen· Bob Dylan· John Hiatt

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Professional Jealousy 3:46
  • 2 I'm Not Feeling It Anymore 6:36
  • 3 Ordinary Life 3:34
  • 4 Some Peace of Mind 6:27
  • 5 So Complicated 3:22
  • 6 I Can't Stop Loving You 3:58
  • 7 Why Must I Always Explain? 3:53
  • 8 Village Idiot 3:16
  • 9 See Me Through, Part II (Just a Closer Walk With Thee) 3:13
  • 10 Take Me Back 9:09

Disc 2

  • 1 By His Grace 2:37
  • 2 All Saints Day 2:32
  • 3 Hymns to the Silence 9:43
  • 4 On Hyndford Street 5:21
  • 5 Be Thou My Vision 3:51
  • 6 Carrying a Torch 4:28
  • 7 Green Mansions 3:42
  • 8 Pagan Streams 3:40
  • 9 Quality Street 3:59
  • 10 It Must Be You 4:11
  • 11 I Need Your Kind of Loving 4:30

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