What makes The Original Faces by Helen notable?

This album has been recognized for its fresh take on shoegaze, resonating within the underground music community. Critics noted its ability to evoke strong emotions through minimalistic instrumentation, leading to a growing cult following and appearances on various end-of-year lists celebrating innovative indie music. In 2015, Helen released 'The Original Faces' as their debut album, marking a significant entry into the shoegaze scene. Following their formation in 2014, this album showcased their unique sound and established their presence in a genre often defined by texture and atmosphere.

Who is The Original Faces for?

The Original Faces works well if you're into short, introspective listening sessions, wave-like pacing throughout album and ethereal background ambiance.

How many songs are on The Original Faces?

The Original Faces has 12 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

The Original Faces

Helen · 2015

32 min · 12 tracks · shoegaze

A hazy blend of ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics that drifts through the realms of shoegaze.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short, introspective listening sessions
wave-like pacing throughout album
ethereal background ambiance
contemplative mood exploration

Where this album fits

Career context: In 2015, Helen released 'The Original Faces' as their debut album, marking a significant entry into the shoegaze scene. Following their formation in 2014, this album showcased their unique sound and established their presence in a genre often defined by texture and atmosphere.
Stylistic neighbors: Vision Eternel· Beach House· Dan Snaith

Tracklist

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

1 Ryder 3:16
2 Motorcycle 1:50
3 Covered in Shade 1:19
4 Felt This Way 4:00
5 Pass Me By 2:16
6 Right Outside 2:15
7 Allison 3:34
8 Dying All the Time 3:56
9 Grace 2:39
10 City Breathing 1:52
11 Violet 4:08
12 The Original Faces 1:34

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