Patience
Peter Hammill · 1983
40 min · 8 tracks · rock music
Introspective rock ballads intertwine with complex arrangements, showcasing Hammill's poetic lyricism and emotional depth.
Why this album works
'Patience' received positive reviews and solidified Hammill's reputation as a profound lyricist. The album showcased his ability to blend rock with intricate storytelling, influencing subsequent artists in the progressive rock genre.
- Career context
- Released in 1983, 'Patience' was Peter Hammill's sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'The Future Now'. At this point, Hammill was establishing himself as a solo artist after his work with Van der Graaf Generator, exploring themes of love and existential reflection in a more personal and introspective manner.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Daniel Lanois· ZZ Top· Chris Rea
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Labour of Love Standout 5:56
- 2 Film Noir Standout 4:22
- 3 Just Good Friends 4:30
- 4 Jeuneese Doree 4:51
- 5 Traintime 4:27
- 6 Now More Than Ever Standout 5:40
- 7 Comfortable? 4:57
- 8 Patient 6:13
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