Pola X
Scott Walker · 1999
55 min · 16 tracks · country
A haunting blend of avant-garde orchestrations laced with existential musings and eerie vocal textures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting explorations of existence
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- eerie vocal textures throughout
- focused listening for deep reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat, instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, 'Pola X' marked Scott Walker's return to music after a lengthy hiatus following the critically acclaimed 'Tilt' in 1995. This album continued his exploration of avant-garde soundscapes and complex themes, solidifying his status as an influential figure in experimental music during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Nick Cave· Tim Buckley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Time Is Out of Joint! 1:08
- 2 Light 3:20
- 3 Meadow 2:09
- 4 The Darkest Forest 5:42
- 5 Extra Blues 6:03
- 6 Never Again 1:26
- 7 Iza Kana Zanbi 8:53
- 8 Trang Mo Ben Suo 1:15
- 9 Zai Na Yao Yuan De Di Fang 0:59
- 10 The Church of the Apostles 5:53
- 11 Bombupper 1:39
- 12 River of Blood 1:22
- 13 Blink 5:21
- 14 Running 1:56
- 15 Closing 1:49
- 16 Isabel 6:51
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