Released 30 years ago
Magician Among the Spirits
The Church · 1996
79 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · new wave
A lush tapestry of swirling guitars and introspective lyrics creating an ethereal soundscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- ethereal soundscapes for reflection
- gradual build to intense climax
- immersive listening for quiet evenings
- long-form tracks for deep exploration
- introspective moments with swirling guitars
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking quick, catchy tunes
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, 'Magician Among the Spirits' marked The Church's ninth studio album, arriving after their 1992 release 'Priest=Aura'. This period saw the band exploring more experimental sounds while still rooted in their alternative rock origins. Following a series of lineup changes, this album showcased their resilience and artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Chameleons· Echo & the Bunnymen· The Psychedelic Furs
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Welcome 5:55
- 2 Comedown 4:33
- 3 Man 5:22
- 4 Won’t Let You Sleep 5:15
- 5 SADS 4:07
- 6 Grandiose 5:19
- 7 Lady Boy 5:54
- 8 Why Don’t You Love Me 5:51
- 9 Could Be Anyone 8:43
- 10 Further Adventures of the Time Being 5:58
- 11 Romany Caravan 4:04
- 12 Magician Among the Spirits 14:06
- 13 After Image 4:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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