Unplugged at the Walls
Marillion · 1999
87 min · 17 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · neo-prog
A heartfelt acoustic exploration that strips down Marillion's art rock to its emotional essence.
Why this album works
- Best for
- heartfelt acoustic explorations dynamic ebb and flow reflective solo listening moments
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Unplugged at the Walls' arrived during Marillion's artistic evolution post-1997's 'Radiation.' This live album reflects their shift toward more intimate and personal songwriting, showcasing a matured sound that diverged from their earlier progressive rock roots and embraced acoustic arrangements.
- If you like
- progressive rock, art rock, neo-prog
Unplugged at the Walls is an album by Marillion, released in 1999. A heartfelt acoustic exploration that strips down Marillion's art rock to its emotional essence. This album is significant for its critical reception, as it was praised for redefining Marillion's sound through a raw, acoustic lens. It also highlights the band's ability to connect with fans in a more personal setting, solidifying their status within the neo-prog movement while continuing to draw attention to their lyrical depth. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Unplugged at the Walls sound like?
A heartfelt acoustic exploration that strips down Marillion's art rock to its emotional essence. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.
What makes Unplugged at the Walls by Marillion notable?
This album is significant for its critical reception, as it was praised for redefining Marillion's sound through a raw, acoustic lens. It also highlights the band's ability to connect with fans in a more personal setting, solidifying their status within the neo-prog movement while continuing to draw attention to their lyrical depth. Released in 1999, 'Unplugged at the Walls' arrived during Marillion's artistic evolution post-1997's 'Radiation.' This live album reflects their shift toward more intimate and personal songwriting, showcasing a matured sound that diverged from their earlier progressive rock roots and embraced acoustic arrangements.
Who is Unplugged at the Walls for?
Unplugged at the Walls works well if you're into heartfelt acoustic explorations, dynamic ebb and flow and reflective solo listening moments.
How many songs are on Unplugged at the Walls?
Unplugged at the Walls has 17 tracks, running approximately 87 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Beautiful 4:51
- 2 Beyond You 5:58
- 3 Afraid of Sunrise Standout 4:13
- 4 Runaway 6:36
- 5 Now She’ll Never Know 5:18
- 6 Alone Again in the Lap of Luxury 3:52
- 7 The Space 4:09
- 8 Fake Plastic Trees 5:09
- 9 Holloway Girl Standout 4:13
- 10 King 6:32
Disc 2
- 1 The Answering Machine 4:29
- 2 Gazpacho 5:38
- 3 Cannibal Surf Babe 7:11
- 4 Blackbird 2:54
- 5 Abraham, Martin and John Standout 8:09
- 6 Hooks in You 3:48
- 7 Eighty Days 4:17
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
87 min 24 sec
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