Porcelain cover

Released 26 years ago this June

Porcelain

Moby · 2000

18 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · house · punk

Ethereal soundscapes blend seamlessly with haunting vocals, creating a reflective and immersive listening experience.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Established Moby's reputation with widespread recognition following 'Play'.
Themes
lost love· ethereal landscapes
Career context
When 'Porcelain' was released in June 2000, Moby was experiencing the peak of his commercial success following the breakout album 'Play' in 1999. This track is part of a transition for him from mainstream electronic dance music to a more introspective and ambient approach, marking his continued evolution as an artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Massive Attack· Thievery Corporation· Air
If this clicks, go next to
18 — Continues the ethereal soundscapes with more depth and emotional exploration.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Moon Safari by Air — Shares ethereal soundscapes and reflective atmospheres with haunting melodies.
Mezzanine by Massive Attack — Explores themes of lost love with a dark, immersive sound and intricate production.
( ) by Sigur Rós — Features atmospheric sound layers and introspective vocals, creating an emotional journey.

Tracklist

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

  • 4 Porcelain (single version) 3:32
  • 5 Porcelain (Torsten Stenzel’s Vocaldubmix) 8:40
  • 6 Summer 5:55

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