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Sound of Water

Saint Etienne · 2000

42 min · 10 tracks · indie pop · synth-pop

A dreamy tapestry of synths and soft melodies that evokes nostalgia and introspection throughout its atmospheric landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dreamy soundscapes for introspection
  • steady pacing with gradual climax
  • nostalgic vibes for quiet moments
  • morning reflections with soft melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of upbeat tempos
  • prefer standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'Sound of Water' is Saint Etienne's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Good Humor' from 1998. At this point in their career, the band was exploring more experimental sounds, moving away from their earlier pop hits to create a more textured and ambient listening experience.
Stylistic neighbors
Stereolab· The Field Mice· Trixie Mattel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Late Morning 4:13
  • 2 Heart Failed (in the Back of a Taxi) 3:41
  • 3 Sycamore 3:46
  • 4 Don’t Back Down 4:49
  • 5 Just a Little Overcome 3:41
  • 6 Boy Is Crying 3:52
  • 7 Aspects of Lambert 3:30
  • 8 Downey, CA 4:24
  • 9 How We Used to Live 9:02
  • 10 The Place at Dawn 1:47

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