The Seven Year Itch
Siouxsie and the Banshees · 2003
74 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk
A haunting blend of post-punk rhythms and ethereal vocals that evokes both melancholy and defiance.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'The Seven Year Itch' marked a significant return for Siouxsie and the Banshees after an extended hiatus since their last studio album, 'Through the Looking Glass' in 1987. This compilation features tracks from throughout their career, reflecting their evolution while reintroducing their unique sound to a new generation.
- If you like
- alternative rock, new wave, post-punk
The Seven Year Itch is an album by Siouxsie and the Banshees, released in 2003. A haunting blend of post-punk rhythms and ethereal vocals that evokes both melancholy and defiance. The album gained notable attention for its comprehensive overview of the band's influential work, reasserting their status within the alternative rock scene. It peaked at number 12 on the UK Albums Chart and received positive reviews, solidifying their legacy as pioneers of gothic and post-punk music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Seven Year Itch sound like?
A haunting blend of post-punk rhythms and ethereal vocals that evokes both melancholy and defiance. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes The Seven Year Itch by Siouxsie and the Banshees notable?
The album gained notable attention for its comprehensive overview of the band's influential work, reasserting their status within the alternative rock scene. It peaked at number 12 on the UK Albums Chart and received positive reviews, solidifying their legacy as pioneers of gothic and post-punk music. Released in 2003, 'The Seven Year Itch' marked a significant return for Siouxsie and the Banshees after an extended hiatus since their last studio album, 'Through the Looking Glass' in 1987. This compilation features tracks from throughout their career, reflecting their evolution while reintroducing their unique sound to a new generation.
Who is The Seven Year Itch for?
The Seven Year Itch works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on The Seven Year Itch?
The Seven Year Itch has 14 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pure 3:31
- 2 Jigsaw Feeling 4:56
- 3 Metal Postcard 4:23
- 4 Red Light 4:05
- 5 Lullaby Standout 4:33
- 6 Land's End 7:05
- 7 I Could Be Again 4:27
- 8 Icon 5:32
- 9 Night Shift 6:40
- 10 Voodoo Dolly 8:10
- 11 Trust in Me Standout 4:26
- 12 Blue Jay Way 5:04
- 13 Monitor 6:52
- 14 Peek-a-boo Standout 5:00
Release Date
May 19, 2003
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
74 min 51 sec
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