Restriction
Archive · 2015
56 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · trip hop
An atmospheric blend of progressive rock and trip-hop that navigates themes of introspection and emotional complexity.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic progression with emotional peaks atmospheric sound for introspective moments wave-like pacing for deep listening
- Context
- Released in early 2015, 'Restriction' marked Archive's return after a four-year hiatus following their album 'With Us Until You're Dead.' This period saw the band exploring darker themes and a more refined sound, as they continued to evolve from their roots in the late 1990s trip-hop scene.
- If you like
- alternative rock, progressive rock, trip hop
Restriction is an album by Archive, released in 2015. An atmospheric blend of progressive rock and trip-hop that navigates themes of introspection and emotional complexity. 'Restriction' received positive reviews, showcasing Archive's ability to maintain relevance within the alternative rock landscape. The album's lead single, 'Feel It,' helped it reach notable positions on various European charts, reaffirming the band's enduring fanbase and critical acclaim. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Restriction sound like?
An atmospheric blend of progressive rock and trip-hop that navigates themes of introspection and emotional complexity. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive rock.
What makes Restriction by Archive notable?
'Restriction' received positive reviews, showcasing Archive's ability to maintain relevance within the alternative rock landscape. The album's lead single, 'Feel It,' helped it reach notable positions on various European charts, reaffirming the band's enduring fanbase and critical acclaim. Released in early 2015, 'Restriction' marked Archive's return after a four-year hiatus following their album 'With Us Until You're Dead.' This period saw the band exploring darker themes and a more refined sound, as they continued to evolve from their roots in the late 1990s trip-hop scene.
Who is Restriction for?
Restriction works well if you're into dynamic progression with emotional peaks, atmospheric sound for introspective moments and wave-like pacing for deep listening.
How many songs are on Restriction?
Restriction has 12 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Feel It Standout 3:16
- 2 Restriction 4:00
- 3 Kid Corner 3:39
- 4 End of Our Days Standout 4:52
- 5 Third Quarter Storm 5:25
- 6 Half Built Houses 3:31
- 7 Riding in Squares Standout 6:34
- 8 Ruination 3:52
- 9 Crushed 5:54
- 10 Black and Blue 3:44
- 11 Greater Goodbye 6:08
- 12 Ladders 5:03
Release Date
January 1, 2015
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
56 min 3 sec
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