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Released 30 years ago

Music for Egon Schiele

Rachel's · 1996

47 min · 12 tracks

A haunting blend of classical instrumentation and modern minimalism, evoking the emotional depth of Egon Schiele's art.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional peaks
  • immersive listening experience
  • hauntingly beautiful instrumentation
  • reflective moments of solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat, fast tracks
  • prefer standalone, radio-friendly songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Music for Egon Schiele' was Rachel's second studio album following their debut, 'Music for a New Society.' At this point, the band was solidifying its unique blend of post-rock and chamber music, moving away from their earlier experimental roots to create more structured compositions that still retained an avant-garde spirit.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Family Portrait 5:41
  • 2 Egon & Gertie 3:02
  • 3 First Self-Portrait Series 3:47
  • 4 Mime Van Osen 3:05
  • 5 Second Self-Portrait Series 2:30
  • 6 Wally, Egon & Models in the Studio 4:41
  • 7 Promenade 8:24
  • 8 Third Self-Portrait Series 2:23
  • 9 Egon, Edith & Wally Meet 2:41
  • 10 Egon & Wally Embrace and Say Farewell 3:09
  • 11 Egon & Edith 2:55
  • 12 Second Family Portrait 4:45

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