Morning Phase
Beck · 2014
47 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · soul
A serene blend of wistful melodies and lush arrangements that evoke a contemplative atmosphere.
Why this album works
'Morning Phase' received critical acclaim, winning the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2015. It debuted at number two on the Billboard 200, marking a significant commercial return for Beck after a period of varied musical experimentation.
- Best for
- gentle peaks of reflective calm morning rituals with soft melodies contemplative moments of introspection
- Context
- Released on February 21, 2014, 'Morning Phase' came nearly two decades after Beck's breakthrough album 'Odelay'. At this point in his career, Beck was returning to a more introspective sound reminiscent of his earlier work, following the commercial success of his 2012 album 'Song Reader', which was a collection of sheet music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Moby· Green Day· Neil Young· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cycle 0:39
- 2 Morning 5:22
- 3 Heart Is a Drum Standout 4:31
- 4 Say Goodbye 3:29
- 5 Blue Moon Standout 4:00
- 6 Unforgiven 4:34
- 7 Wave 3:45
- 8 Don’t Let It Go 3:08
- 9 Blackbird Chain 4:26
- 10 Phase 1:12
- 11 Turn Away 3:05
- 12 Country Down 4:00
- 13 Waking Light Standout 5:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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