Lupercalia
Patrick Wolf · 2011
65 min · 18 tracks · electronic music
Eclectic electronic textures intertwine with lush orchestration and introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant soundscape of personal exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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The City — Opening the album, this track combines pulsating beats with reflective lyrics about urban life, setting a dynamic tone for the record.
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Time of My Life — This song showcases a blend of upbeat instrumentation and lyrical nostalgia, encapsulating the essence of joy and bittersweet memories.
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Armistice — A poignant reflection on conflict and resolution, this track offers haunting melodies paired with powerful vocal delivery that exemplifies Wolf's emotive range.
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The Days — This track stands out for its orchestral arrangement and celebratory tone, emphasizing themes of time and memory through intricate musical storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Lupercalia blends orchestral and electronic elements effectively, showcasing strong production but suffers from some inconsistency in cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and textures.
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements alongside electronic beats, creating a layered soundscape that shifts between intimacy and grandeur.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical orchestral soundscapes
- introspective moments of reflection
- playful energy for gatherings
- cathartic emotional releases
- headphone detail exploration
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward, instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Lupercalia marks Patrick Wolf's fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed The Bachelor from 2009. At this point in his career, Wolf was navigating a transition from more experimental sounds toward a sophisticated blend of pop and baroque influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bat for Lashes· Imogen Heap· Lana Del Rey
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The City 4:13
- 2 House 3:31
- 3 Bermondsey Street 3:26
- 4 The Future 2:54
- 5 Armistice 3:29
- 6 William 0:51
- 7 Time of My Life 4:21
- 8 The Days 4:53
- 9 Slow Motion 5:10
- 10 Together 4:40
- 11 The Falcons 3:35
Disc 2
- 1 William (Wolf extended Paris mix) 3:25
- 2 The Days (original piano Sketch, Vienna 2006) 2:40
- 3 The Falcons (Wolf Opus 3 and Orchestra remix) 3:50
- 4 Oil Slick 3:21
- 5 Armistice (Glass Harmonica, Cristal Bachet, Ondes Martenot and vocal mix) 3:18
- 6 Slow Motion (orchestral instrumental mix) 5:12
- 7 Sing (a cappella mix) 2:41
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