King of Sweet
His Name Is Alive · 1993
71 min · 15 tracks · experimental rock
An ethereal blend of experimental rock and dream pop, weaving surreal narratives through intricate soundscapes.
Why this album works
'King of Sweet' marked a significant evolution for His Name Is Alive, showcasing their unique sound that garnered them critical acclaim. The album's adventurous spirit helped cement their status in the indie rock community, influencing later artists in the experimental genre.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing for reflection ethereal soundscapes for daydreaming extended tracks for deep immersion
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'King of Sweet' was His Name Is Alive's fourth studio album, following their previous release 'Home Is Where the Heart Is' from 1992. At this point in their career, the band was exploring diverse sonic textures and deepening their experimental approach, establishing a more defined identity within the alternative music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Velvet Underground· Lou Reed· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Take a Look Around You 3:29
- 2 A Bird in Evry Tree 2:48
- 3 This Weekend 4:20
- 4 Drive the Dreamy Demon Down 3:32
- 5 Lake (Theme for Sweet Hearts) 2:39
- 6 Blissfield (Sweet Corn) 1:07
- 7 Bears (King of Sweet) Standout 4:16
- 8 Ode on a Dave Asman 5:19
- 9 A Dave in the Life 2:52
- 10 Honey Babe, My Blue‐Eyed Babe Standout 6:12
- 11 The Shepherd’s Flute Is Always Playing 4:38
- 12 Are You Coming Down This Weekend? 9:38
- 13 Soul Resides in the Horse Barn 4:01
- 14 Driftin Blues 3:38
- 15 Meet Me by the Moonlight, Alone Standout 13:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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