The Black Light
Calexico · 1998
54 min · 17 tracks · alternative country · indie folk · roots rock
A tapestry of desert landscapes and haunting melodies, blending indie rock with Tex-Mex influences.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1998, Calexico released 'The Black Light' as their third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Hot Rail.' The band was solidifying their unique sound that fused indie rock with Latin influences, marking a significant step in their evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iron & Wine· Sufjan Stevens· The Decemberists
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gypsy’s Curse 4:18
- 2 Fake Fur 2:36
- 3 The Ride (pt. II) 3:08
- 4 Where Water Flows 1:57
- 5 The Black Light 3:20
- 6 Sideshow 2:02
- 7 Chach 3:33
- 8 Missing 6:01
- 9 Minas de Cobre (For Better Metal) 3:09
- 10 Over Your Shoulder 4:10
- 11 Vinegaroon 1:06
- 12 Trigger 2:34
- 13 Sprawl 1:27
- 14 Stray 2:54
- 15 Old Man Waltz 2:29
- 16 Bloodflow 5:10
- 17 Frontera 4:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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