Plight & Premonition
David Sylvian · 1988
34 min · 2 tracks · jazz
An ethereal blend of haunting soundscapes and introspective melodies that evoke a profound sense of isolation and contemplation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Plight (The Spiralling of Winter Ghosts) — This track is the centerpiece of the album, with its extended duration allowing for deep immersion into Sylvian's haunting soundscape, echoing themes of ghostly presence and emotional desolation.
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Premonition (Giant Empty Iron Vessel) — The closing track serves as a culmination of the album's explorations, blending rhythmic elements with ambient textures to create a powerful sense of unresolved tension.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Represents a shift towards avant-garde soundscapes post-Japan, influencing ambient music.
- Themes
- ghostly presence· winter isolation· unresolved tension
- Career context
- Released in 1988, Plight & Premonition marked David Sylvian's first major project after dissolving the band Japan, showcasing his shift towards more avant-garde and experimental soundscapes. This album followed his acclaimed solo debut, Brilliant Trees, setting a foundation for his exploration of ambient music and art pop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brian Eno· Mark Hollis· Ryuichi Sakamoto
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Plight (The Spiralling of Winter Ghosts) 18:30
- 2 Premonition (Giant Empty Iron Vessel) 16:21
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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