Released 30 years ago
P.S.
Goran Bregović · 1996
47 min · 11 tracks · folk music
A vibrant tapestry of Balkan folk, rock elements, and cinematic flair intertwines in Goran Bregović's eclectic sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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In the Death Car — This track uniquely blends haunting melodies with a driving rhythm, evoking a sense of urgency and introspection that permeates the album.
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Babylon — With its infectious energy and celebratory spirit, this song captures Bregović's ability to merge traditional folk influences with modern sensibilities.
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Get the Money — The track features sharp social commentary wrapped in lively instrumentation, illustrating Bregović's knack for marrying message and melody.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's fusion of Balkan folk and rock creates a vibrant sound, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate cinematic orchestration, enhancing the emotional weight of the music.
- The tempo varies significantly across tracks, with some maintaining a lively pace while others slow down for dramatic effect.
- Vocals are often layered with harmonies, and there is a prominent use of call-and-response patterns typical in folk traditions.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with vibrant peaks
- passionate auditory journey experience
- engaging tracks for lively gatherings
- enticing melodies that invite movement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When released in 1996, 'P.S.' was Goran Bregović's first album after gaining international recognition through his work on the soundtrack for 'Underground', which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes in 1995. This album marked a significant step in his transition from film composer to a standalone recording artist, showcasing his ability to blend traditional Balkan music with contemporary sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Balkan Beat Box· Fanfare Ciocărlia· Taraf de Haïdouks
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Get the Money
The verse shifts rhythmically to underscore a critique of materialism, using clever wordplay that punctuates the song's irony.
This structural choice not only enhances the lyrical punch but also reinforces the satirical nature of the track by contrasting upbeat music with serious themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Babylon 3:50
- 2 Ausensija 3:50
- 3 Man From Reno 4:20
- 4 In the Death Car 5:14
- 5 La Nuit sacrée 2:15
- 6 Parfum Paranoia 3:43
- 7 Dreams 3:34
- 8 Indecent Sacrifice 4:12
- 9 Get the Money 4:51
- 10 La Nuit de la St. Barthélemy 5:48
- 11 TV Screen 5:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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