The Voice of Midnight
The Residents · 2007
60 min · 12 tracks
A surreal blend of avant-garde soundscapes and theatrical narratives that evoke a haunting, dreamlike atmosphere.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting narratives that linger
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- theatrical storytelling through sound
- dreamlike atmosphere for reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, 'The Voice of Midnight' marked The Residents' continued exploration of experimental sound after their 2004 album 'Animal Lover'. By this time, the band had already established a reputation for pushing artistic boundaries and embracing unconventional storytelling. The album reflects their longstanding commitment to avant-garde music while experimenting with new sonic textures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Captain Beefheart· Frank Zappa· Devo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Sandman 8:33
- 2 Mental Decay 2:56
- 3 Claire’s Response 3:23
- 4 In the Diary 3:12
- 5 Professor Caligari 1:25
- 6 The Telescope 5:53
- 7 True Love 11:06
- 8 Seven Cats 6:45
- 9 Catatonia 2:52
- 10 The Proposal 5:27
- 11 The Tower 5:44
- 12 Epilogue 3:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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