Portishead
Portishead · 1997
50 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · electronica · experimental rock
Haunting melodies intertwine with gritty beats, creating an atmospheric landscape of melancholy and introspection.
Why this album works
Portishead received widespread critical acclaim upon release, earning a Mercury Prize nomination and solidifying its influence on the electronic music scene. The album reached number two on the UK Albums Chart and has been cited as a pivotal work that shaped the sound of late-'90s downtempo music.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
- Context
- This album, released on September 29, 1997, marked Portishead's return after their acclaimed debut 'Dummy' from 1994. It solidified their position in the trip-hop genre as they explored darker themes and more complex soundscapes, showcasing their evolution as artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Muse· Radiohead· Robbie Williams· Duran Duran· Manic Street Preachers· David Bowie· Depeche Mode· Bryan Adams
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cowboys 4:42
- 2 All Mine Standout 4:02
- 3 Undenied 4:24
- 4 Half Day Closing 3:47
- 5 Over Standout 4:00
- 6 Humming 6:04
- 7 Mourning Air 4:15
- 8 Seven Months 4:18
- 9 Only You 5:02
- 10 Elysium 5:56
- 11 Western Eyes Standout 3:59
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