The Ascension
Sufjan Stevens · 2020
80 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · classical · electronic
A sprawling exploration of electronic soundscapes paired with introspective lyrics and orchestral flourishes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional peaks
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- sprawling exploration of soundscapes
- immersive late-night listening experience
- dynamic journey through moods
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 25, 2020, 'The Ascension' is Sufjan Stevens' first studio album since 'Carrie & Lowell' in 2015, marking a significant shift in his musical direction toward more expansive electronic compositions. This album showcases Stevens at a point of artistic reinvention, venturing deeper into themes of existentialism and spirituality.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iron & Wine· Andrew Bird· Fleet Foxes
- If this clicks, go next to
- A Beginner's Mind — Continues the electronic exploration with fresh narratives and soundscapes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Make Me an Offer I Cannot Refuse".
- 1 Make Me an Offer I Cannot Refuse Start here 5:18
- 2 Run Away With Me 4:07
- 3 Video Game 4:15
- 4 Lamentations 3:42
- 5 Tell Me You Love Me 4:21
- 6 Die Happy 5:46
- 7 Ativan 6:32
- 8 Ursa Major 3:42
- 9 Landslide 5:04
- 10 Gilgamesh 3:50
- 11 Death Star 4:04
- 12 Goodbye to All That 3:48
- 13 Sugar 7:36
- 14 The Ascension 5:56
- 15 America 11:56
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