Moss Elixir
Robyn Hitchcock · 1996
48 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A whimsical blend of surreal lyrics and jangle-pop melodies, navigating themes of love and existential musings.
Why this album works
'Moss Elixir' received positive critical acclaim, showcasing Hitchcock's unique lyrical style. It solidified his reputation as an influential figure in alternative rock during the '90s, contributing to the genre's evolution and inspiring subsequent artists in the indie scene.
- Best for
- steady flow with whimsical peaks existential musings for reflection for late-night introspection
- Context
- By the time Robyn Hitchcock released 'Moss Elixir' in 1996, he was transitioning from the mainstream success of his 1994 album 'Perspex Island'. This album marked his continued exploration of alternative rock and introspective songwriting in a solo career that had begun in the late '70s with The Soft Boys.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Robbie Williams· Depeche Mode· Muse· Duran Duran· The Cure· Placebo· Bryan Adams· Manic Street Preachers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sinister but She Was Happy Standout 4:06
- 2 The Devil’s Radio Standout 4:01
- 3 Heliotrope Standout 3:12
- 4 Alright, Yeah 2:55
- 5 Filthy Bird 5:16
- 6 The Speed of Things 3:46
- 7 Beautiful Queen 5:48
- 8 Man With a Woman’s Shadow 3:36
- 9 I Am Not Me 3:28
- 10 De Chirico Street 3:28
- 11 You and Oblivion 4:46
- 12 This Is How It Feels 4:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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