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Released 25 years ago this November

L'éclat du ciel était insoutenable

HṚṢṬA · 2001

55 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful exploration of identity and existence.

Top tracks — play these first

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    L’Éclat du ciel était insoutenable — The title track sets the thematic tone for the album, blending atmospheric instrumentation with profound reflections on the human condition.
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    Don’t Let the Angels Fall — This track showcases HṚṢṬA's ability to fuse melodic lines with existential questions, encapsulating the tension between hope and despair.
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    Blessed Are We Who Seem to Be Losers — With its poignant lyrics and contemplative melody, this song offers a candid exploration of vulnerability and societal expectations, making it relatable and impactful.
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    21-87 — At over seven minutes long, this track dives deep into abstract themes with an evolving structure that mirrors the complexity of its subject matter.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 L’Éclat du ciel était insoutenable 3:56
  • 2 Lime Kiln 4:39
  • 3 Don’t Let the Angels Fall 3:17
  • 4 City of Gold 2:46
  • 5 I Can Transform Myself Into Anyone I Want 1:27
  • 6 Jakominiplatz 1:09
  • 7 21-87 7:33
  • 8 Silver Planes 8:46
  • 9 Blessed Are We Who Seem to Be Losers 3:06
  • 10 Lucy’s Sad 4:20
  • 11 City of Gold (reprise) 0:54
  • 12 Whip 8:28
  • 13 Novi Beograd 5:23

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