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The Sound And The Fury

Nerina Pallot · 2015

47 min · 11 tracks · pop music

A blend of introspective lyrics and melodic pop sensibilities, weaving stories of love, loss, and self-discovery throughout.

Top tracks — play these first

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    There Is a Drum — This opening track sets a reflective tone for the album with its rhythmic pulse and exploration of personal struggle, drawing listeners in immediately.
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    Spirit Walks — With its poignant narrative and haunting melody, this track encapsulates the album’s theme of searching for connection amidst solitude.
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    The Longest Memory — This closing track stands out with its emotional weight and lyrical depth, leaving listeners with a lasting impression of introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate storytelling experiences
  • reflective listening moments
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • lush melodic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released as Nerina Pallot's fourth studio album, The Sound And The Fury marked a significant return for the artist after a four-year hiatus following her previous album, Year of the Wolf. This period saw Pallot exploring new themes and refining her sound, which is evident in the mature songwriting present in this release.
Stylistic neighbors
Lisa Hannigan· Bat for Lashes· Imogen Heap

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Ain't Got Anything Left

    The writing shifts from personal reflection to addressing a broader sense of collective loss and resilience.

    This transition broadens the song's scope beyond individual experience, inviting listeners to connect emotionally with shared hardships.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 There Is a Drum 4:23
  • 2 Ain't Got Anything Left 4:20
  • 3 Rousseau 3:58
  • 4 If I Had a Girl 3:52
  • 5 Boy on the Bus 3:46
  • 6 Handle 4:25
  • 7 Spirit Walks 2:38
  • 8 Big White House 4:44
  • 9 The Road 5:20
  • 10 Blessèd 5:00
  • 11 The Longest Memory 5:10

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