The Light Is Leaving Us All
Current 93 · 2018
46 min · 11 tracks · neofolk
Haunting neofolk melodies intertwine with poetic lyrics, evoking a sense of melancholic reflection and existential contemplation.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its introspective lyrics and has been praised for its artistic depth, resonating strongly within the neofolk community. It has received critical acclaim, with publications like The Quietus highlighting its emotional weight and lyrical craftsmanship, further solidifying Current 93's influence in contemporary folk music.
- Best for
- melancholic reflection during solitude steady pacing for focused listening poetic lyrics inviting contemplation
- Context
- By the time 'The Light Is Leaving Us All' was released in 2018, Current 93 had established themselves as key figures in the neofolk genre. This album arrived nearly four decades into their career, following a period marked by diverse explorations in sound and themes, including their previous release, 'Love's Small Song' in 2015.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Swans· Agalloch· Death in June
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Birds Are Sweetly Singing 3:45
- 2 The Policeman Is Dead Standout 5:28
- 3 Bright Dead Star Standout 4:22
- 4 30 Red Houses 3:19
- 5 A Thousand Witches Standout 5:45
- 6 Your Future Cartoon 2:49
- 7 The Postman Is Singing 5:59
- 8 The Bench and the Fetch 4:01
- 9 The Kettle’s On 3:49
- 10 Fair Weather 4:49
- 11 The Milkmaid Sings 1:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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