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Meteorites

Echo & the Bunnymen · 2014

47 min · 10 tracks · post-punk

Ethereal melodies intertwine with atmospheric instrumentation, creating a reflective and expansive sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments of introspection
  • dynamic progression with resolution
  • ethereal soundscapes for contemplation
  • exploratory listening on quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
cosmic wonder· ethereal landscapes
Career context
Released in 2014, 'Meteorites' marked Echo & the Bunnymen's return after a lengthy hiatus since their 2009 album 'The Fountain'. This album represents a resurgence for the band, re-establishing their signature sound while showcasing their evolution as artists in the post-punk landscape.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Trouble Will Find Me by The National — Shares a reflective atmosphere with rich instrumentation and themes of introspection and existentialism.
Hurry Up, We're Dreaming by M83 — Combines ethereal melodies and expansive soundscapes, evoking a sense of cosmic wonder and nostalgia.
Burst Apart by The Antlers — Utilizes atmospheric production and lyrical depth to explore themes of longing and emotional landscapes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Meteorites 5:12
  • 2 Holy Moses 3:43
  • 3 Constantinople 4:55
  • 4 Is This a Breakdown? 3:56
  • 5 Grapes Upon the Vine 3:37
  • 6 Lovers on the Run 4:47
  • 7 Burn It Down 3:57
  • 8 Explosions 4:37
  • 9 Market Town 7:38
  • 10 New Horizons 5:26

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