Siren
Heather Nova · 1998
60 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape of alternative rock.
Why this album works
'Siren' received critical acclaim and charted well in several countries, peaking at number 10 in the UK Albums Chart. The single 'London Rain (Nothing Heals Me Like You Do)' became one of her most recognizable songs, further establishing her as a prominent voice in the late '90s alternative music landscape.
- Best for
- steady melodic introspection hauntingly beautiful soundscapes reflective moments of solitude
- Context
- Released in 1998, 'Siren' was Heather Nova's third studio album, following her breakthrough record 'Oyster' from 1994. At this point, she was solidifying her place in the alternative rock scene, building on the success of her previous albums while exploring more emotive and experimental soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Robbie Williams· Ed Sheeran· Muse· Placebo· Ellie Goulding· Manic Street Preachers· Depeche Mode
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 London Rain (Nothing Heals Me Like You Do) Standout 3:50
- 2 Blood of Me Standout 3:59
- 3 Heart and Shoulder 3:58
- 4 What a Feeling Standout 4:46
- 5 Valley of Sound 4:20
- 6 I’m the Girl 5:23
- 7 Winterblue 4:55
- 8 I’m Alive 3:40
- 9 Widescreen 4:18
- 10 Paper Cup 3:28
- 11 Avalanche 4:07
- 12 Make You Mine 4:56
- 13 Ruby Red 4:05
- 14 Not Only Human 5:05
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