The Hypnogogue
The Church · 2023
64 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · new wave
A shimmering blend of ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics that capture the essence of The Church's artistic evolution.
Why this album works
'The Hypnogogue' marks a significant return for The Church, receiving positive critical reception and charting in various regions. It resonates particularly with long-time fans while attracting new listeners, showcasing the band's enduring influence on the alternative rock genre.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments balanced progression with resolution ethereal melodies for introspection
- Context
- Released in 2023, 'The Hypnogogue' comes as The Church's first album in six years, following 'Further/Deeper' in 2017. This period saw the band navigating changes in their sound while continuing to explore themes of consciousness and existentialism, demonstrating their resilience in the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· Powderfinger· Midnight Oil· Crowded House· Birds of Tokyo· Eskimo Joe· Grinspoon· Silverchair
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ascendence 5:37
- 2 C’est La Vie Standout 4:55
- 3 I Think I Knew Standout 3:56
- 4 Flickering Lights 4:49
- 5 The Hypnogogue Standout 6:13
- 6 Albert Ross 3:53
- 7 Thorn 4:12
- 8 Aerodrome 4:31
- 9 These Coming Days 4:37
- 10 No Other You 4:10
- 11 Succulent 6:47
- 12 Antarctica 5:34
- 13 Second Bridge 5:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.