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Michelangelo Dying

Cate Le Bon · 2025

43 min · 10 tracks · traditional folk music

A haunting blend of traditional folk melodies and experimental soundscapes that challenge emotional boundaries.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo reflective moments haunting melodies for introspection thoughtful background for creative work
Context
By 2025, Cate Le Bon had established herself as a distinctive voice in the indie music scene, following her critically acclaimed album "Reward" released in 2018. "Michelangelo Dying" marks her return after a period of artistic exploration and collaboration, including work with notable artists like John Grant, showcasing her evolution as a songwriter.
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traditional folk music

Michelangelo Dying is an album by Cate Le Bon, released in 2025. A haunting blend of traditional folk melodies and experimental soundscapes that challenge emotional boundaries. This album has garnered significant attention for its innovative approach to traditional folk, earning placements on several year-end lists by music publications. Critics have praised it for pushing genre boundaries while maintaining emotional depth, further solidifying Le Bon's influence in contemporary folk music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Michelangelo Dying sound like?

A haunting blend of traditional folk melodies and experimental soundscapes that challenge emotional boundaries. Rooted in traditional folk music.

What makes Michelangelo Dying by Cate Le Bon notable?

This album has garnered significant attention for its innovative approach to traditional folk, earning placements on several year-end lists by music publications. Critics have praised it for pushing genre boundaries while maintaining emotional depth, further solidifying Le Bon's influence in contemporary folk music. By 2025, Cate Le Bon had established herself as a distinctive voice in the indie music scene, following her critically acclaimed album "Reward" released in 2018. "Michelangelo Dying" marks her return after a period of artistic exploration and collaboration, including work with notable artists like John Grant, showcasing her evolution as a songwriter.

Who is Michelangelo Dying for?

Michelangelo Dying works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, haunting melodies for introspection and thoughtful background for creative work.

How many songs are on Michelangelo Dying?

Michelangelo Dying has 10 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·43:25

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

  • 1 Jerome Standout 4:06
  • 2 Love Unrehearsed 4:14
  • 3 Mothers of Riches Standout 4:34
  • 4 Is It Worth It (Happy Birthday)? 5:47
  • 5 Pieces of My Heart 3:39
  • 6 About Time 3:30
  • 7 Heaven Is No Feeling 3:48
  • 8 Body as a River Standout 4:30
  • 9 Ride 3:53
  • 10 I Know What’s Nice 5:20

Release Date

September 26, 2025

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

43 min 25 sec