Penny Sparkle cover

Penny Sparkle

Blonde Redhead · 2010

43 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · experimental rock

Ethereal soundscapes blend with intimate vocals, creating a hauntingly beautiful exploration of melancholy and longing.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent melodic journey
  • intimate reflective listening sessions
  • hauntingly beautiful soundscapes
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2010, 'Penny Sparkle' is Blonde Redhead's sixth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 2007 effort '23'. At this point in their career, the band was further refining their experimental sound while embracing more atmospheric and pop-oriented elements, showcasing a mature evolution in their artistry.
Stylistic neighbors
Cocteau Twins· My Bloody Valentine· Slowdive

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Here Sometimes 4:43
  • 2 Not Getting There 2:46
  • 3 Will There Be Stars 4:27
  • 4 My Plants Are Dead 4:17
  • 5 Love or Prison 6:13
  • 6 Oslo 3:54
  • 7 Penny Sparkle 4:33
  • 8 Everything Is Wrong 2:49
  • 9 Black Guitar 5:19
  • 10 Spain 4:55

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