Perfect Symmetry cover

Perfect Symmetry

Keane · 2008

99 min · 22 tracks · alternative rock · piano rock

Euphoric synths and introspective lyrics blend to create an expansive soundscape of alternative rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative late-night vibes
  • atmospheric background focus
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 13, 2008, 'Perfect Symmetry' marked Keane's third studio album and a shift towards more electronic influences after their commercial peak with 'Under the Iron Sea'. Following a period of experimentation and lineup changes, this album showcased the band's evolution while retaining their signature emotive songwriting style.
Stylistic neighbors
Snow Patrol· Coldplay· Travis

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Spiralling 4:19
  • 2 The Lovers Are Losing 5:04
  • 3 Better Than This 4:04
  • 4 You Haven’t Told Me Anything 3:47
  • 5 Perfect Symmetry 5:12
  • 6 You Don’t See Me 4:03
  • 7 Again and Again 3:50
  • 8 Playing Along 5:35
  • 9 Pretend That You’re Alone 3:47
  • 10 Black Burning Heart 5:23
  • 11 Love Is the End 5:40

Disc 2

  • 1 Spiralling (demo) 4:05
  • 2 The Lovers Are Losing (demo) 5:18
  • 3 Better Than This (demo) 4:48
  • 4 You Haven’t Told Me Anything (demo) 3:51
  • 5 Perfect Symmetry (demo) 4:57
  • 6 You Don’t See Me (demo) 3:34
  • 7 Again and Again (demo) 4:10
  • 8 Playing Along (demo) 4:32
  • 9 Pretend That You’re Alone (demo) 4:28
  • 10 Black Burning Heart (demo) 4:44
  • 11 Love Is the End (demo) 4:43

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