Inarticulate Speech of the Heart
Van Morrison · 1983
47 min · 11 tracks · jazz fusion · Celtic music · blue-eyed soul
A soulful blend of Celtic melodies and jazz-inflected rhythms that evoke deep emotional landscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- evocative soundscapes for introspection
- soulful melodies for quiet evenings
- celtic-inflected warmth and nostalgia
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Inarticulate Speech of the Heart marked Van Morrison's twelfth studio album, released in 1983 during a period of artistic exploration following his acclaimed album, Common One. By this time, Morrison was experimenting with blending various genres, including jazz and Celtic music, which reflected his evolving musical identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Bob Dylan· John Hiatt
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Higher Than the World 3:44
- 2 Connswater 4:10
- 3 River of Time 3:03
- 4 Celtic Swing 5:04
- 5 Rave On, John Donne 5:19
- 6 Inarticulate Speech of the Heart No. 1 4:55
- 7 Irish Heartbeat 4:41
- 8 The Street Only Knew Your Name 3:37
- 9 Cry for Home 3:45
- 10 Inarticulate Speech of the Heart No. 2 3:55
- 11 September Night 5:17
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