Letter from Egypt cover

Letter from Egypt

Morten Harket · 2008

49 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock

Ethereal synths intertwine with Harket's soaring vocals, creating a reflective soundscape that evokes longing and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective soundscape for introspection
  • steady pacing for thoughtful listening
  • soaring vocals evoke deep longing
  • for quiet evening moments
  • in-order listening enhances experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Letter from Egypt' is Morten Harket's third solo album, following his 2004 release 'Popeye.' At this point in his career, Harket was transitioning back into solo work after spending years as the frontman of A-ha, showcasing a more mature and personal songwriting style that illustrated his artistic evolution.
Stylistic neighbors
a-ha· Depeche Mode· Duran Duran

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Darkspace 3:45
  • 2 Send Me an Angel 3:46
  • 3 We’ll Never Speak Again 4:20
  • 4 There Are Many Ways to Die 4:10
  • 5 With You – With Me 3:48
  • 6 Letter From Egypt 5:25
  • 7 A Name Is a Name 3:01
  • 8 Movies 3:54
  • 9 Shooting Star 3:55
  • 10 Anyone 4:41
  • 11 Should the Rain Fall 4:35
  • 12 The One You Are 3:41

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