What makes Silence Becomes It by Silence 4 notable?

Upon its release, 'Silence Becomes It' achieved significant acclaim within Portugal, establishing Silence 4 as a prominent act in the indie pop genre. The album's success not only led to chart placements but also influenced a generation of Portuguese musicians exploring similar themes of vulnerability and emotional depth. Silence 4's 'Silence Becomes It' marks their debut album, released in 1998 after forming in 1996. By this time, the band had already garnered attention in Portugal’s indie music scene, setting the stage for their unique sound to reach a wider audience.

Who is Silence Becomes It for?

Silence Becomes It works well if you're into wave-like pacing for reflection, introspective melodies for solitude and patient build towards climax.

How many songs are on Silence Becomes It?

Silence Becomes It has 14 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

Silence Becomes It

Silence 4 · 1998

62 min · 14 tracks · indie pop

A gentle cascade of melodic indie pop intertwined with introspective lyrics and soothing harmonies that evoke a sense of longing.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Goodbye Tomorrow — Opening the album, this track sets a reflective tone with its poignant lyrics about farewell and change, showcasing the band's melodic strength.
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Angel Song — This standout track combines ethereal melodies with haunting vocals, encapsulating the album's themes of yearning and introspection effectively.
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Dying Young — In just under three minutes, this track poignantly captures fleeting youth and nostalgia, making it a powerful moment on the album.
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Teeth Against The Glass — Closing the album, this extended track offers a contemplative atmosphere, allowing listeners to linger on the emotional journey shared throughout.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

wave-like pacing for reflection
introspective melodies for solitude
patient build towards climax
haunting soundscapes for deep listening

Maybe skip if you

seeking upbeat party tracks
prefer instant gratification songs

Where this album fits

Career context: Silence 4's 'Silence Becomes It' marks their debut album, released in 1998 after forming in 1996. By this time, the band had already garnered attention in Portugal’s indie music scene, setting the stage for their unique sound to reach a wider audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Clairo· Sufjan Stevens· Ellie Goulding

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Old Letters

The narrative shifts from past memories to present reflections, creating an intimate dialogue with lost connections.

This shift deepens the sense of nostalgia while contrasting the pain of absence with the comfort of memory.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Goodbye Tomorrow 5:28
2 Borrow 4:42
3 Dying Young 2:47
4 Old Letters 3:28
5 Angel Song 5:19
6 My Friends 4:03
7 A (Very) Little Respect 2:45
8 Sextos sentidos 3:58
9 We 3:54
10 Breeders 2:54
11 Eu não sei dizer 4:13
12 Cry 3:33
13 A Little Respect 3:48
14 Teeth Against The Glass 11:19

What to play next

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