Roseland NYC Live
Portishead · 1998
57 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A haunting blend of trip-hop and live instrumentation, intertwining melancholic vocals with intricate soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Glory Box — This track showcases the band's signature blend of soulful melodies and dark, atmospheric production, encapsulating their emotional depth.
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Sour Times — With its haunting vocals and cinematic arrangement, this song exemplifies Portishead's ability to conjure complex emotions through music.
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Roads — The emotional weight of this track is heightened by its lush instrumentation, making it a standout moment that resonates deeply with audiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The blend of live and electronic elements creates a unique atmosphere, though it may not have the depth for repeated listens.
What we noticed
- Vocals are layered with reverb and echo, creating a haunting quality that complements the melancholic themes present in the lyrics.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- steady, consistent energy levels
- dynamic emotional journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Roseland NYC Live marked Portishead's first concert album following their critically acclaimed sophomore studio album, Dummy. This live recording captured the band's unique sound during a pivotal moment in their career as they solidified their influence in the trip-hop genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Massive Attack· Tricky· FKA twigs
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Glory Box
The lyrical shift from longing to vulnerability occurs when the singer directly confronts her desires for connection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Humming 6:37
- 2 Cowboys 5:02
- 3 All Mine 4:02
- 4 Mysterons 5:44
- 5 Only You 5:20
- 6 Half Day Closing 4:12
- 7 Over 4:13
- 8 Glory Box 5:37
- 9 Sour Times 5:21
- 10 Roads 5:50
- 11 Strangers 5:20
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