Kiss + Swallow
IAMX · 2004
60 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · synth-pop · dark cabaret
A sultry blend of dark cabaret and synth-pop with haunting vocals and provocative lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- haunting vocals for introspection
- darkly seductive late-night vibes
- provocative themes for bold listeners
- consistent flow for full album
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Kiss + Swallow is IAMX's debut album, released in 2004 shortly after Chris Corner's departure from the band Sneaker Pimps. This marked his transition into a solo project, showcasing his artistic vision with a distinct sound that diverged from his previous work. The album laid the groundwork for IAMX's evolving style, characterized by theatricality and introspection.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Placebo· The Birthday Massacre· Bat for Lashes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Am X 0:14
- 2 Kiss and Swallow 5:15
- 3 Sailor 5:12
- 4 Naked but Safe 5:23
- 5 Simple Girl 4:42
- 6 Mercy 6:01
- 7 Your Joy Is My Low 5:17
- 8 I Like Pretending 5:16
- 9 You Stick It in Me 4:19
- 10 Skin Vision 5:11
- 11 Missile 3:36
- 12 White Suburb Impressionism 5:06
- 13 Heatwave 5:08
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