The Virgin Suicides cover

The Virgin Suicides

Air · 2000

40 min · 13 tracks · electronica

Ethereal soundscapes blend dreamy melodies with a haunting sense of nostalgia and melancholy.

Why this album works

'The Virgin Suicides' received critical acclaim for its distinctive sound, influencing the post-rock genre and cementing Air's status as pioneers in electronica. The album's ambient nature and connection to Sofia Coppola's film contributed to a resurgence of interest in film soundtracks in the early 2000s.
Best for
long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures atmospheric background focus
Context
Released in 2000, 'The Virgin Suicides' was Air's second studio album, following their acclaimed debut, 'Moon Safari'. This soundtrack marked their transition to film scoring, showcasing their ability to create atmospheric compositions that complement visual narratives.
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Tracklist

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  • 1 Playground Love Start here 3:32
  • 2 Clouds Up 1:30
  • 3 Bathroom Girl 2:25
  • 4 Cemetary Party Standout 2:36
  • 5 Dark Messages 2:28
  • 6 The Word ‘Hurricane’ 2:33
  • 7 Dirty Trip 6:12
  • 8 Highschool Lover (Theme From The Virgin Suicides) Standout 2:42
  • 9 Afternoon Sister 2:24
  • 10 Ghost Song 2:16
  • 11 Empty House 2:58
  • 12 Dead Bodies 2:59
  • 13 Suicide Underground 5:52

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