Live in St. Petersburg
Tuxedomoon · 2002
88 min · 16 tracks · new wave
An immersive blend of experimental rock and new wave, layered with haunting melodies and intricate soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Desire — This track encapsulates the band's signature blend of yearning melodies and rich textures, making it a standout representation of their emotional depth.
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Loneliness — With its haunting arrangement and introspective lyrics, this song poignantly explores themes of isolation, resonating throughout the live performance.
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Nite and Day — The interplay of rhythms and ambient sounds in this track creates a captivating atmosphere that exemplifies Tuxedomoon's innovative approach to live music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures Tuxedomoon's atmospheric sound with strong performances but lacks a cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The album features extended instrumental sections that allow for improvisation, creating a fluid and evolving sound throughout the performance.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that intertwine with the instrumentation, enhancing the atmospheric quality of the music.
- The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks building tension through gradual crescendos while others maintain a more subdued, reflective tone.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- immersive soundscapes for deep listening
- patient exploration of haunting melodies
- late-night solitude contemplation
- cathartic release through layered textures
- dynamic shifts in emotional intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, upbeat tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, this live album captures Tuxedomoon as they navigated their post-punk legacy, following their initial breakup in the early 1990s. At this point, the band had reformed, showcasing their evolution while retaining the eclectic style that defined their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Residents· Swans· Cabaret Voltaire
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Loneliness
A transition in vocal delivery shifts from soft reflections to a powerful crescendo that underscores the deep sense of yearning.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 KM/Seeding the Clouds 10:55
- 2 Desire 6:33
- 3 Fifth Column 3:18
- 4 Tritone 3:58
- 5 James Whale 3:49
- 6 Again 7:50
- 7 Nite and Day 8:33
- 8 Volo Vivace 3:58
- 9 Loneliness 5:36
Disc 2
- 1 Nazca 4:53
- 2 59 to 1 5:39
- 3 Nazca 2 4:19
- 4 The Cage 3:45
- 5 Litebulb Overkill 3:07
- 6 Waterfront Seat 6:53
- 7 What Use 5:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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