Motif
Steve Howe · 2008
60 min · 20 tracks · progressive rock
A reflective instrumental journey blending intricate guitar work with tranquil melodies that evoke nature and personal introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Clap — This track features an intricate acoustic guitar performance that highlights Howe's technical skill while also establishing a lively atmosphere that resonates throughout the album.
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Australia — With its expansive soundscape and rich tonal variations, this piece exemplifies Howe's ability to weave storytelling into instrumental music, creating a sense of place and emotion.
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Sketches in the Sun — This composition encapsulates the serene essence of the album while showcasing Howe’s deft fingerstyle technique, making it a standout moment of tranquility.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- delicate acoustic melodies for reflection
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful instrumental interludes throughout
- inviting atmosphere for casual listening
- intricate patterns that inspire focus
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer longer narrative compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Motif was released in 2008, marking Steve Howe's return to solo work after his long tenure with the progressive rock band Yes. This album showcases his distinctive guitar style and compositional prowess, following the band's tour for their album Fly from Here. Howe was exploring a more personal sound, stepping away from the collaborative dynamics of Yes to present his individual artistic vision.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Golden Mean 2:50
- 2 Intersection Blues 2:41
- 3 Corkscrew 3:44
- 4 Trambone 1:47
- 5 Devon Blue 2:57
- 6 Clap 3:18
- 7 Australia 4:07
- 8 Part & Parcel 3:02
- 9 Sketches in the Sun 3:16
- 10 Second Initial 2:59
- 11 Concerto in D 2nd Movement 3:08
- 12 Diary of a Man Who Vanished 2:41
- 13 Cat Napping 3:59
- 14 Ram 2:29
- 15 Provence 3:17
- 16 Winter 2nd Mov' 4 Seasons 2:22
- 17 Meadow Rag 2:31
- 18 Heritage 2:39
- 19 Bareback 3:21
- 20 Dorothy 2:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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