No More Sweet Music cover

No More Sweet Music

Hooverphonic · 2005

83 min · 22 tracks · art rock · trip hop · dream pop

Ethereal melodies intertwine with lush orchestration, creating a dreamlike soundscape that captivates and enchants.

Why this album works

'No More Sweet Music' received critical acclaim for its sophisticated production and emotive songwriting, earning a place in the European charts. The album further established Hooverphonic as pioneers of chill-out music and influenced a wave of subsequent artists within the downtempo and dream pop scenes.
Best for
steady pacing with ethereal melodies dreamlike soundscape for reflection consistent flow inviting deep listening
Context
Released in 2005, 'No More Sweet Music' marked Hooverphonic's fifth studio album, following their successful 2003 release, 'The Magnificent Tree.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique blend of trip hop and art rock, showcasing their evolution while maintaining the atmospheric sound that had garnered them attention in the late 90s and early 2000s.
Stylistic neighbors
Moby· Thievery Corporation· Mr. Scruff

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 You Love Me to Death Standout 3:50
  • 2 We All Float Standout 3:23
  • 3 Music Box 4:03
  • 4 You Hurt Me 4:23
  • 5 No More Sweet Music Standout 4:44
  • 6 Tomorrow 3:06
  • 7 Dirty Lenses 4:13
  • 8 Heartbeat 2:02
  • 9 Wake Up 3:28
  • 10 My Child 3:13
  • 11 Ginger 4:32

Disc 2

  • 1 You Love Me to Death Standout 3:58
  • 2 We All Float Standout 3:36
  • 3 Music Box 3:47
  • 4 You Hurt Me 3:31
  • 5 No More Sweet Music Standout 5:24
  • 6 Tomorrow 3:31
  • 7 Dirty Lenses 4:15
  • 8 Heartbeat 3:52
  • 9 Wake Up 2:41
  • 10 My Child 4:03
  • 11 Ginger 3:26

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