Is This Desire?
PJ Harvey · 1998
50 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock
An ethereal blend of haunting melodies and stark instrumentation that evokes themes of desire and loss.
Why this album works
The album received widespread critical acclaim and was nominated for the Mercury Prize, showcasing Harvey's ability to push artistic boundaries. It remains influential within the alternative rock genre, noted for its introspective and atmospheric qualities that resonated with listeners during a time of shifting musical landscapes.
- Best for
- haunting emotional reflections introspective late-night listening gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in 1998, 'Is This Desire?' was PJ Harvey's fourth studio album, following her critically acclaimed 'Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea.' At this stage in her career, she was fully embracing a more experimental sound and lyrical depth, solidifying her position as a leading figure in alternative rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bryan Adams· Muse· The Pretenders· Ed Sheeran· Labrinth· The Fratellis· Radiohead· Robbie Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Angelene Standout 3:34
- 2 The Sky Lit Up 1:53
- 3 The Wind 4:01
- 4 My Beautiful Leah 2:00
- 6 Catherine 4:05
- 7 Electric Light 3:05
- 8 The Garden 4:13
- 9 Joy 3:40
- 10 The River 4:53
- 11 No Girl So Sweet 2:46
- 12 Is This Desire? Standout 3:26
Disc 2
- 1 A Perfect Day Elise Standout 3:14
- 2 The Northwood 1:57
- 3 Sweeter Than Anything 3:12
- 4 The Bay 3:14
- 5 Instrumental #3 1:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
