What makes Post Pop Depression by Iggy Pop notable?

The album debuted at number 19 on the Billboard 200, marking a significant commercial performance for Pop later in his career. Critics praised its introspective nature and cohesive sound, leading to features in major publications like Rolling Stone and Pitchfork, which acknowledged it as one of his finest works. By the time 'Post Pop Depression' was released in 2016, Iggy Pop was well into his storied career, having emerged as a pioneer of punk rock in the late 1960s. This album served as a follow-up to his previous release, ‘Ready to Die’ (2013), showcasing a collaboration with Josh Homme that marked a new artistic direction for Pop at an age where many artists retire.

Who is Post Pop Depression for?

Post Pop Depression works well if you're into steady flow with reflective peaks, late-night introspection and contemplation and raw emotion in each track.

How many songs are on Post Pop Depression?

Post Pop Depression has 9 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Post Pop Depression

Iggy Pop · 2016

41 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · post-punk

A raw and reflective blend of rock textures intertwined with Iggy Pop's signature provocative lyricism.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady flow with reflective peaks
late-night introspection and contemplation
raw emotion in each track
thoughtful moments for quiet reflection

Maybe skip if you want

seeking instant gratification
prefer upbeat party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Post Pop Depression' was released in 2016, Iggy Pop was well into his storied career, having emerged as a pioneer of punk rock in the late 1960s. This album served as a follow-up to his previous release, ‘Ready to Die’ (2013), showcasing a collaboration with Josh Homme that marked a new artistic direction for Pop at an age where many artists retire.
Stylistic neighbors: David Bowie· The Stooges· Lou Reed

Tracklist

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

1 Break Into Your Heart 3:54
2 Gardenia 4:14
3 American Valhalla 4:38
4 In the Lobby 4:15
5 Sunday 6:06
6 Vulture 3:15
7 German Days 4:47
8 Chocolate Drops 3:58
9 Paraguay 6:25

What to play next

Listen next

Free

2019

Go back to

Après

2012

Full Iggy Pop discography Artists like Iggy Pop

alternative rock hard rock post-punk

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata