The Marble Index cover

The Marble Index

Nico · 1969

37 min · 10 tracks · rock music

A haunting blend of avant-garde soundscapes and Nico's ethereal, melancholic vocals creates an unsettling yet beautiful listening experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting melodies for introspection
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • ethereal vocals evoke deep emotions
  • consistent progression with resolution
  • evening ambiance for solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat or fast tracks
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1969, 'The Marble Index' was Nico's second studio album following her debut, 'Chelsea Girl.' At this point in her career, she was transitioning from her association with The Velvet Underground to establishing a unique solo identity, marked by a shift toward more experimental and introspective music.
Stylistic neighbors
Scott Walker· Patti Smith· David Bowie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Prelude 0:59
  • 2 Lawns of Dawns 3:11
  • 3 No One Is There 3:37
  • 4 Ari's Song 3:21
  • 5 Facing the Wind 4:55
  • 6 Julius Caesar (Memento Hodie) 5:02
  • 7 Frozen Warnings 4:02
  • 8 Evening of Light 5:40
  • 9 Roses in the Snow 4:09
  • 10 Nibelungen 2:42

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