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The Cedar Room

Doves · 1998

13 min · 3 tracks · indie rock

Ethereal melodies interlace with haunting vocals, creating a sonic landscape that feels both expansive and intimate.

The Cedar Room is a single by Doves, released in 1998. Ethereal melodies interlace with haunting vocals, creating a sonic landscape that feels both expansive and intimate. 'The Cedar Room' received critical acclaim and became a staple of the late '90s indie rock scene, helping to solidify Doves' reputation. The track's popularity led to its inclusion in various alternative playlists, contributing to the band's early commercial success and paving the way for their later albums. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Cedar Room sound like?

Ethereal melodies interlace with haunting vocals, creating a sonic landscape that feels both expansive and intimate. Rooted in indie rock.

What makes The Cedar Room by Doves notable?

'The Cedar Room' received critical acclaim and became a staple of the late '90s indie rock scene, helping to solidify Doves' reputation. The track's popularity led to its inclusion in various alternative playlists, contributing to the band's early commercial success and paving the way for their later albums. Released as Doves' debut single in 1998, 'The Cedar Room' marked their emergence from the Manchester music scene and set the tone for their subsequent album. At this point, the band was transitioning from their earlier incarnation as Sub Sub, establishing a new identity that blended atmospheric rock with electronic elements.

How many songs are on The Cedar Room?

The Cedar Room has 3 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·13:39

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

  • 1 The Cedar Room Standout 7:41
  • 2 Zither Standout 2:35
  • 3 Karen Standout 3:22

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Genre

indie rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

13 min 39 sec