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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gentle peaks of reflective calm
- morning rituals with soft melodies
- contemplative moments of introspection
- steady flow for focused listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- Themes
- morning light· change and longing
- Career 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
- Gnarls Barkley· MGMT· The Flaming Lips
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Carrie & Lowell by Sufjan Stevens — Explores themes of nostalgia and longing with gentle instrumentation and introspective lyrics.The Shepherd's Dog by Iron & Wine — Shares a serene atmosphere with lush arrangements and a focus on personal storytelling.Helplessness Blues by Fleet Foxes — Combines rich harmonies and reflective lyrics, creating a contemplative, nature-inspired soundscape.
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 4:31
- 4 Say Goodbye 3:29
- 5 Blue Moon 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 5:00
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