What does This Picture sound like?

A blend of melancholic melodies and raw emotion wrapped in alternative rock textures. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.

What makes This Picture by Placebo notable?

The album features the live version of 'Where Is My Mind?', which showcases Placebo's unique interpretation of classic tracks and contributed to their ongoing influence in the alternative rock scene. Despite not reaching mainstream commercial heights, it solidified Placebo's reputation for innovative covers and reinventions, appealing to both fans and critics alike. Released on June 16, 2003, 'This Picture' came during Placebo's crucial phase following their breakthrough album 'Black Market Music' in 2000. At this point, the band was exploring new sounds and reinterpreting earlier hits with fresh arrangements. This album marked a transitional moment as they began to embrace more electronic elements while retaining their signature style.

Who is This Picture for?

This Picture works well if you're into steady emotional exploration, short bursts of reflection and melancholic melodies for introspection.

How many songs are on This Picture?

This Picture has 5 tracks, running approximately 17 minutes.

Released 23 years ago today

This Picture

Placebo · 2003

17 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · electronic rock

A blend of melancholic melodies and raw emotion wrapped in alternative rock textures.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady emotional exploration
short bursts of reflection
melancholic melodies for introspection
engaging sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

prefer longer immersive experiences
seek high-energy party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on June 16, 2003, 'This Picture' came during Placebo's crucial phase following their breakthrough album 'Black Market Music' in 2000. At this point, the band was exploring new sounds and reinterpreting earlier hits with fresh arrangements. This album marked a transitional moment as they began to embrace more electronic elements while retaining their signature style.
Stylistic neighbors: The Cure· Interpol· My Chemical Romance