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Lost Songs

New Model Army · 2002

87 min · 22 tracks · alternative rock · post-punk

A haunting blend of alternative rock and post-punk, exploring themes of loss and resilience with raw emotional intensity.

Why this album works

'Lost Songs' is significant for its critical reception, with many reviewers praising its lyrical depth and sonic maturity. The album resonated particularly within the alternative rock scene and solidified New Model Army's influence on subsequent post-punk revival bands.
Best for
wave-like pacing with intensity haunting themes of loss dynamic journey through emotions
Context
Released in 2002, 'Lost Songs' came after New Model Army's commercial peak during the late '80s and early '90s. This album reflects a period of artistic introspection following their previous record, 'Eight,' which had received mixed reviews. By this time, the band was navigating changes in their sound while maintaining a loyal fanbase.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Brother Standout 5:58
  • 2 Sunset 3:29
  • 3 Southwest 3:50
  • 4 Song to the Men of England Standout 4:48
  • 5 Refugee 4:05
  • 6 Higher Wall 4:22
  • 7 Far Better Thing 5:14
  • 8 Rainy Night 65 4:57
  • 9 Caslen 1:33
  • 10 BD7 3:21
  • 11 F (Sharp) NY 3:16
  • 12 See You in Hell Standout 5:44

Disc 2

  • 1 Freedom '91 3:42
  • 2 Wanting 3:39
  • 3 Still Here 3:14
  • 4 If You Can't Save Me 3:07
  • 5 Falling 4:16
  • 6 Trees in Winter 4:12
  • 7 Knife 3:32
  • 8 Burning Season 3:25
  • 9 Coming Up 3:23
  • 10 Over the Wire 4:10

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