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Liberation

The Divine Comedy · 1993

51 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · Britpop · baroque pop

A whimsical blend of orchestral arrangements and witty lyrics that dance between melancholy and humor.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling with humor
  • steady mid-tempo listening flow
  • playful reflections on life
  • entertaining narratives for road trips
  • melancholic yet uplifting moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Liberation' was The Divine Comedy's second album, following their debut 'Fanfare for the Comic Muse.' This record marked a significant step forward for frontman Neil Hannon, showcasing his evolving songwriting skills and artistic ambitions as he began to carve out a unique space in the UK music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Pulp· Belle and Sebastian· The High Llamas

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Festive Road 1:55
  • 2 Death of a Supernaturalist 3:19
  • 3 Bernice Bobs Her Hair 4:00
  • 4 I Was Born Yesterday 3:31
  • 5 Your Daddy's Car 3:55
  • 6 Europop 4:31
  • 7 Timewatching 3:53
  • 8 The Pop Singers Fear of the Pollen Count 4:19
  • 9 Queen of the South 4:27
  • 10 Victoria Falls 4:11
  • 11 Three Sisters 4:42
  • 12 Europe by Train 4:28
  • 13 Lucy 4:38

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