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War Stories

Unkle · 2007

78 min · 16 tracks · electronica

An atmospheric blend of electronic soundscapes, haunting vocals, and cinematic storytelling that immerses the listener.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • atmospheric soundscapes for immersion
  • wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
  • haunting vocals for emotional depth
  • cinematic storytelling across tracks
  • reflective listening during quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat, instant gratification
  • prefer standalone singles over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2007, 'War Stories' marks Unkle's third studio album following their critically acclaimed 'Never, Never Land' (2003). At this point, the group was navigating a transition in sound and lineup, with James Lavelle continuing to shape the project's identity amid various collaborations.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 [untitled] 0:22
  • 2 Chemistry 3:22
  • 3 Hold My Hand 4:59
  • 4 Restless 5:04
  • 5 Keys to the Kingdom 4:45
  • 6 Price You Pay 6:22
  • 7 Burn My Shadow 4:57
  • 8 Mayday 3:18
  • 9 Persons & Machinery 6:04
  • 10 Twilight 5:21
  • 11 Morning Rage 5:15
  • 12 Lawless 2:36
  • 13 Broken 4:42
  • 14 When Things Explode 5:32
  • 15 Buying a Lie 4:25
  • 16 Mistress / Tired of Sleeping 10:51

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