Recurring
Spacemen 3 · 1991
78 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · psychedelic rock · experimental rock
A sprawling tapestry of drone and melody that embodies the essence of psychedelia and experimental rock.
Recurring is an album by Spacemen 3, released in 1991. A sprawling tapestry of drone and melody that embodies the essence of psychedelia and experimental rock. 'Recurring' is celebrated for its innovative blend of genres, influencing the shoegaze and neo-psychedelia movements. The album received positive reviews upon release and is often cited in discussions about the evolution of alternative rock during the early '90s, marking it as an essential listen within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Recurring sound like?
A sprawling tapestry of drone and melody that embodies the essence of psychedelia and experimental rock. Rooted in alternative rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Recurring by Spacemen 3 notable?
'Recurring' is celebrated for its innovative blend of genres, influencing the shoegaze and neo-psychedelia movements. The album received positive reviews upon release and is often cited in discussions about the evolution of alternative rock during the early '90s, marking it as an essential listen within the genre. Released in 1991, 'Recurring' is Spacemen 3's fifth studio album and serves as a pivotal moment in their career. Following the critical success of 'Playing with Fire' in 1989, this album showcases their continued exploration of sound, merging elements of drone and orchestral arrangements while also hinting at the band's impending dissolution.
How many songs are on Recurring?
Recurring has 15 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Big City (Everybody I Know Can Be Found Here) Standout 10:51
- 2 Just to See You Smile (Orchestral mix) 3:19
- 3 I Love You Standout 5:32
- 4 Set Me Free/I've Got the Key Standout 5:11
- 5 Set Me Free (reprise) 1:50
- 6 Why Couldn't I See 6:37
- 7 Just to See You Smile (instrumental) 3:19
- 8 When Tomorrow Hits 4:26
- 9 Feel So Sad (reprise) 2:46
- 10 Hypnotized 5:57
- 11 Sometimes 6:36
- 12 Feelin' Just Fine (Head Full of Shit) 4:33
- 13 Billy Whiz/Blue 1 7:33
- 14 Drive/Feel So Sad 5:34
- 15 Feelin' Just Fine (alternative mix) 4:30
Release Date
January 1, 1991
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
78 min 39 sec
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