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New Blood

Peter Gabriel · 2011

77 min · 14 tracks · new wave · pop rock · progressive rock

Orchestral arrangements intertwine with Gabriel's ethereal vocals, creating a hauntingly immersive soundscape.

Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim for its innovative approach, reimagining past hits with lush orchestration. It debuted at number 12 on the UK Albums Chart, reaffirming Gabriel's status as a significant figure in contemporary music.
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hauntingly immersive soundscapes dynamic journey with peaks wave-like pacing throughout
Context
Released in 2011, 'New Blood' marks Peter Gabriel's return to the studio after a long hiatus following his successful album 'Up' in 2002. This project reinterprets Gabriel's classic tracks with orchestral arrangements, showcasing his enduring influence and artistic evolution over the decades.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "The Rhythm of the Heat".

  • 1 The Rhythm of the Heat Start here 5:41
  • 2 Downside Up 3:52
  • 3 San Jacinto 6:59
  • 4 Intruder 5:08
  • 5 Wallflower 6:26
  • 6 In Your Eyes Standout 7:13
  • 7 Mercy Street Standout 6:00
  • 8 Red Rain 5:16
  • 9 Darkness 6:11
  • 10 Don’t Give Up 6:40
  • 11 Digging in the Dirt 4:58
  • 12 The Nest That Sailed the Sky 3:55
  • 13 A Quiet Moment 4:48
  • 14 Solsbury Hill Standout 4:35

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