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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