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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.

Why this album works

Best for
reflective moments of introspection dynamic progression with resolution ethereal soundscapes for contemplation
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.
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Meteorites is an album by Echo & the Bunnymen, released in 2014. Ethereal melodies intertwine with atmospheric instrumentation, creating a reflective and expansive sonic landscape. 'Meteorites' received positive critical reception, highlighting its melodic richness and lyrical depth. The album charted in the UK Albums Chart, reaffirming the band's relevance in contemporary music and influencing a new generation of alternative rock artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Meteorites sound like?

Ethereal melodies intertwine with atmospheric instrumentation, creating a reflective and expansive sonic landscape. Rooted in post-punk.

What makes Meteorites by Echo & the Bunnymen notable?

'Meteorites' received positive critical reception, highlighting its melodic richness and lyrical depth. The album charted in the UK Albums Chart, reaffirming the band's relevance in contemporary music and influencing a new generation of alternative rock artists. 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.

Who is Meteorites for?

Meteorites works well if you're into reflective moments of introspection, dynamic progression with resolution and ethereal soundscapes for contemplation.

How many songs are on Meteorites?

Meteorites has 10 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·47:53

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

  • 1 Meteorites Standout 5:12
  • 2 Holy Moses Standout 3:43
  • 3 Constantinople 4:55
  • 4 Is This a Breakdown? 3:56
  • 5 Grapes Upon the Vine Standout 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

Release Date

June 3, 2014

Genre

post-punk

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

47 min 53 sec