Season of Glass
Yoko Ono · 1981
60 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
An introspective blend of experimental pop and new wave that intertwines melancholy with avant-garde soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Goodbye Sadness Start here — This track poignantly explores the complexities of loss while offering a sense of hope through its melodic structure, reflecting Ono's personal journey.
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Walking on Thin Ice — As the album's lead single, this track combines danceable beats with haunting lyrics, symbolizing both vulnerability and strength in the face of adversity.
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Even When You're Far Away — This song encapsulates the feeling of longing and connection despite physical distance, showcasing Ono's unique ability to blend intimate lyrical themes with expansive soundscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional peaks
- haunting reflections on loss
- intimate moments of vulnerability
- thoughtful listening in solitude
- dynamic flow with contemplative pauses
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat instant gratification
- prefer straightforward, catchy tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked Yoko Ono's return and resonated widely after a significant hiatus.
- Themes
- grief and resilience· New York mourning· intimate distance
- Moods
- Dark· Introspective
- Career context
- Season of Glass marked Yoko Ono's return to music after a five-year hiatus, following the tragic death of her husband, John Lennon. Released in 1981, it was her first studio album since Double Fantasy, showcasing her continued evolution as an artist while addressing themes of grief and resilience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Laurie Anderson· Stereolab· Animal Collective
Tracklist
- 1 Goodbye Sadness Start here 3:50
- 2 Mindweaver 4:23
- 3 Even When You're Far Away 5:21
- 4 Nobody Sees Me Like You Do 3:33
- 5 Turn of the Wheel 2:43
- 6 Dogtown 3:23
- 7 Silver Horse 3:03
- 8 I Don't Know Why 4:18
- 9 Extension 33 2:45
- 10 No, No, No 2:44
- 11 Will You Touch Me 2:37
- 12 She Gets Down on Her Knees 4:15
- 13 Toyboat 3:32
- 14 Mother of the Universe 4:31
- 15 Walking on Thin Ice 7:00
- 16 I Don't Know Why 2:11
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Heroes
David Bowie
Shares a similar blend of introspection and avant-garde soundscapes with themes of resilience.
Remain in Light
Talking Heads
Combines experimental pop with a melancholic yet rhythmic approach, echoing themes of urban introspection.
Never for Ever
Kate Bush
Explores emotional depth and avant-garde elements while addressing personal and collective grief.
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