The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon
Echo & the Bunnymen · 2018
63 min · 15 tracks · post-punk
A lush tapestry of post-punk nostalgia woven with sweeping strings and haunting melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions steady, consistent energy levels atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on October 5, 2018, 'The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon' is Echo & the Bunnymen's first album in four years, following 'Meteorites' in 2014. At this point, the band had undergone various lineup changes but remained a staple of the British post-punk scene. This album marked a return to their signature sound while incorporating orchestral elements that highlighted their musical evolution.
- If you like
- post-punk
The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon is an album by Echo & the Bunnymen, released in 2018. A lush tapestry of post-punk nostalgia woven with sweeping strings and haunting melodies. This album features reimagined versions of classic tracks alongside new material, showcasing the band's enduring appeal. It received positive reviews for its lush production and was well-received in the UK, charting at number 16 on the UK Albums Chart. Its blend of nostalgia and innovation resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon sound like?
A lush tapestry of post-punk nostalgia woven with sweeping strings and haunting melodies. Rooted in post-punk.
What makes The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon by Echo & the Bunnymen notable?
This album features reimagined versions of classic tracks alongside new material, showcasing the band's enduring appeal. It received positive reviews for its lush production and was well-received in the UK, charting at number 16 on the UK Albums Chart. Its blend of nostalgia and innovation resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners. Released on October 5, 2018, 'The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon' is Echo & the Bunnymen's first album in four years, following 'Meteorites' in 2014. At this point, the band had undergone various lineup changes but remained a staple of the British post-punk scene. This album marked a return to their signature sound while incorporating orchestral elements that highlighted their musical evolution.
Who is The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon for?
The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, steady, consistent energy levels and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon?
The Stars, the Oceans & the Moon has 15 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bring On the Dancing Horses Standout 4:01
- 2 The Somnambulist 3:23
- 3 Nothing Lasts Forever Standout 4:10
- 4 Lips Like Sugar 4:26
- 5 Rescue 4:16
- 6 Rust 5:02
- 7 Angels & Devils 3:39
- 8 Bedbugs & Ballyhoo 3:24
- 9 Zimbo 4:33
- 10 Stars Are Stars 3:30
- 11 Seven Seas 3:42
- 12 Ocean Rain 5:40
- 13 The Cutter 4:22
- 14 How Far? 4:39
- 15 The Killing Moon Standout 4:58
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