Let It Fly cover

Let It Fly

The Choir · 1997

57 min · 11 tracks

Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a lush soundscape that balances spiritual and emotional themes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Beautiful Scandalous Night — This track showcases the band's ability to blend haunting melodies with rich instrumentation, making it a standout anthem of hope and longing.
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    Circle Slide / Sled Dog — The extended runtime allows for an expansive exploration of musical themes, featuring shifting dynamics that reflect a journey both sonically and lyrically.
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    Restore My Soul — A deeply reflective piece that encapsulates the album’s spiritual core, it invites listeners into a meditative space through its gradual build and emotional weight.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective moments of reflection
  • epic tracks with gradual builds
  • lush soundscapes for deep listening
  • emotional crescendos that resonate

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
At the time of its release in January 1997, Let It Fly was The Choir's sixth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 1995 record, Wide Eyed Wonder. This period marked a transition for the band as they embraced a more polished sound while continuing to explore deep lyrical content.
Stylistic neighbors
The Ocean Blue· Lush· Ride

Tracklist

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

  • 1 [untitled] 1:13
  • 2 Circle Slide / Sled Dog 9:32
  • 3 Yellow Skies 4:23
  • 4 Away With the Swine 2:45
  • 5 Consider 4:50
  • 6 Kissers and Killers 3:22
  • 7 Sentimental Song 4:41
  • 8 Sad Face 7:02
  • 9 Tear for Tear / About Love 6:05
  • 10 Beautiful Scandalous Night 3:47
  • 11 Restore My Soul 10:10

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