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Skin & Earth

Lights · 2017

43 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · new wave

A kaleidoscopic blend of electropop and indie rock that narrates a story through vibrant soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with narrative arc
  • vibrant soundscapes for exploration
  • late-night reflective listening
  • journey through emotional peaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer standalone hit tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2017, 'Skin & Earth' marked Lights' third studio album, following her 2014 record 'Little Machines.' At this point in her career, she was transitioning from mainstream pop to a more concept-driven narrative style, integrating visual storytelling with her music.
Stylistic neighbors
Grimes· Chvrches· Muna

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 0:34
  • 2 Skydiving 2:55
  • 3 Until the Light 3:26
  • 4 Savage 3:19
  • 5 New Fears 3:46
  • 6 Morphine 4:04
  • 7 We Were Here 3:49
  • 8 Kicks 3:17
  • 9 Giants 3:16
  • 10 Moonshine 3:13
  • 11 Interlude 1:07
  • 12 Magnetic Field 3:47
  • 13 Fight Club 3:20
  • 14 Almost Had Me 3:53

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata