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Love and Its Opposite

Tracey Thorn · 2010

37 min · 10 tracks · indie pop

A reflective blend of indie pop and intimate balladry capturing heartache and longing.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • intimate ballads for quiet evenings
  • heartfelt lyrics on love's complexities
  • for solo afternoon listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2010, 'Love and Its Opposite' is Tracey Thorn's first solo album in seven years, following her collaboration with Ben Watt as Everything but the Girl. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from her previous work and exploring themes of love and loss in a more personal context.
Stylistic neighbors
Beth Orton· Lana Del Rey· Fiona Apple

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Oh, the Divorces! 4:15
  • 2 Long White Dress 3:53
  • 3 Hormones 3:07
  • 4 Kentish Town 3:29
  • 5 Why Does the Wind? 5:00
  • 6 You Are a Lover 3:11
  • 7 Singles Bar 3:28
  • 8 Come On Home to Me 3:33
  • 9 Late in the Afternoon 3:20
  • 10 Swimming 4:17

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