What makes Uninvited, Like the Clouds by The Church notable?

The album received positive critical reception, with highlights from outlets like AllMusic praising its lush production. It showcases The Church's enduring influence within the alternative rock scene, particularly among fans of psychedelic and dream pop music. Released in 2006, 'Uninvited, Like the Clouds' marked The Church's eleventh studio album, coming five years after their previous release 'Forget Yourself.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating a resurgence in interest following their classic era in the 1980s and early 1990s, experimenting with more ambient and atmospheric sounds.

Who is Uninvited, Like the Clouds for?

Uninvited, Like the Clouds works well if you're into hauntingly beautiful soundscapes, steady pacing for deep listening and introspective exploration of existence.

How many songs are on Uninvited, Like the Clouds?

Uninvited, Like the Clouds has 12 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Uninvited, Like the Clouds

The Church · 2006

59 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · new wave

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful exploration of existence.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

hauntingly beautiful soundscapes
steady pacing for deep listening
introspective exploration of existence
gradual builds that captivate attention

Maybe skip if you want

seekers of instant gratification
prefer upbeat, fast tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2006, 'Uninvited, Like the Clouds' marked The Church's eleventh studio album, coming five years after their previous release 'Forget Yourself.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating a resurgence in interest following their classic era in the 1980s and early 1990s, experimenting with more ambient and atmospheric sounds.
Stylistic neighbors: The Chameleons· Echo & the Bunnymen· The Psychedelic Furs

Tracklist

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

1 Block 6:20
2 Unified Field 4:00
3 Space Needle 4:06
4 Overview 5:32
5 Easy 4:09
6 She'll Come Back for You Tomorrow 4:32
7 Pure Chance 6:19
8 Never Before 6:13
9 Real Toggle Action 4:17
10 Untoward 4:55
11 Day 5 5:15
12 Song to Go.... 4:10

What to play next

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