The Haunted Man cover

The Haunted Man

Bat for Lashes · 2012

51 min · 11 tracks · dream pop

Ethereal dream pop layered with introspective lyrics and haunting melodies, creating a lush sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • ethereal soundscapes for introspection
  • haunting melodies that linger
  • emotional depth in each track
  • ideal for quiet evening listens

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat dance tracks
  • prefer instant gratification sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 11, 2012, 'The Haunted Man' is Bat for Lashes' third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Two Suns'. At this point in her career, Natasha Khan was solidifying her artistic identity while navigating the pressures of mainstream recognition after her earlier successes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lilies 4:47
  • 2 All Your Gold 4:32
  • 3 Horses of the Sun 4:59
  • 4 Oh Yeah 4:56
  • 5 Laura 4:26
  • 6 Winter Fields 3:42
  • 7 The Haunted Man 5:15
  • 8 Marilyn 4:35
  • 9 A Wall 4:01
  • 10 Rest Your Head 4:04
  • 11 Deep Sea Diver 6:21

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