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Released 20 years ago

Stranger on the Sofa

Barry Adamson · 2006

59 min · 12 tracks · post-punk

A haunting blend of cinematic soundscapes and post-punk rhythms that evoke a surreal journey through introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • haunting introspection and surrealism
  • dynamic journey through soundscapes
  • thought-provoking late-night listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Stranger on the Sofa' is Barry Adamson's fourth studio album, following his 2002 project 'As Above So Below'. At this point in his career, Adamson had established himself as a distinctive voice in the post-punk genre, blending elements of jazz and electronic music. This album showcases his continued evolution as an artist, moving deeper into atmospheric compositions.
Stylistic neighbors
David Byrne· Brian Eno· Talking Heads

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Here in the Hole 3:29
  • 2 The Long Way Back Again 4:52
  • 3 Officer Bentley's Fairly Serious Dilemma 8:17
  • 4 Who Killed Big Bird? 4:19
  • 5 Theresa Green 5:22
  • 6 The Sorrow and the Pity 3:04
  • 7 My Friend the Fly 4:38
  • 8 Inside of Your Head 5:08
  • 9 You Sold Your Dreams 4:00
  • 10 Deja Morte 3:31
  • 11 Dissemble 5:31
  • 12 Free Love 7:00

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