Sitting Targets
Peter Hammill · 1981
44 min · 11 tracks · rock music
A complex tapestry of introspective lyrics and eclectic rock instrumentation unfolds throughout Hammill's intricate compositions.
Why this album works
'Sitting Targets' received positive reviews for its lyrical sophistication and innovative sound. It marked Hammill's continued evolution as an artist, influencing subsequent generations of musicians with its blend of rock and poetic storytelling.
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'Sitting Targets' is Peter Hammill's seventh solo album, following the critically praised 'Over' from 1977. At this point in his career, Hammill had established himself as a prominent figure in the progressive rock scene and was exploring more personal themes in his songwriting, reflecting a shift toward introspection and emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Daniel Lanois· ZZ Top· Chris Rea
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Breakthrough Standout 3:57
- 2 My Experience 3:15
- 3 Ophelia Standout 3:10
- 4 Empress’s Clothes 4:03
- 5 Glue 3:40
- 6 Hesitation 4:07
- 7 Sitting Targets Standout 5:22
- 8 Stranger Still 4:54
- 9 Sign 3:45
- 10 What I Did 3:39
- 11 Central Hotel 4:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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