Ruby Blue
Róisín Murphy · 2005
48 min · 12 tracks · indie pop
A genre-blending exploration of electronic pop infused with soulful vocals and avant-garde production.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim, noted for its bold production choices and unique sound, which influenced a wave of artists exploring electronic and pop fusion. It charted modestly, peaking at number 35 on the UK Albums Chart, but garnered attention for its innovative approach and helped establish Murphy as a solo artist separate from her Moloko roots.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with emotional shifts immersive journey through dynamic flow reflective moments of soulful expression
- Context
- Released in 2005, "Ruby Blue" was Róisín Murphy's first solo album after leaving Moloko, marking her transition from duo to a distinct artistic identity. This album followed her successful career with the group, showcasing her ability to experiment with sounds and themes independently while solidifying her presence in the indie pop scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Labrinth· Radiohead· Robbie Williams· Gorillaz· Marina Diamandis· Lily Allen· One Direction· Blur
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Leaving the City Standout 4:49
- 2 Sinking Feeling Standout 3:32
- 3 Night of the Dancing Flame 3:26
- 4 Through Time 5:58
- 5 Sow Into You 3:56
- 6 Dear Diary 5:50
- 7 If We’re in Love 4:31
- 8 Ramalama (Bang Bang) Standout 3:35
- 9 Ruby Blue 2:48
- 10 Off on It 5:22
- 11 Prelude to Love in the Making 0:53
- 12 The Closing of the Doors 3:28
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