Weatherbox
David Sylvian · 1989
199 min · 39 tracks · jazz · new wave · ambient
Ethereal soundscapes blend with introspective lyrics, creating an immersive auditory experience that transcends genre boundaries.
Why this album works
- Best for
- ethereal soundscapes for reflection wave-like pacing invites immersion dynamic exploration of themes
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Weatherbox' came during David Sylvian's transition from the commercial success of his early albums with Japan to a more avant-garde and experimental solo career. This album followed his acclaimed 'Brilliant Trees' and represented a deepening of his sonic exploration, showcasing his interest in ambient and art pop influences.
- If you like
- jazz, new wave, ambient
Weatherbox is an album by David Sylvian, released in 1989. Ethereal soundscapes blend with introspective lyrics, creating an immersive auditory experience that transcends genre boundaries. 'Weatherbox' is notable for its ambitious structure, encapsulating various musical styles while receiving critical acclaim for its artistry. The album was well-received in alternative music circles and influenced subsequent artists exploring similar experimental avenues, marking Sylvian as a pivotal figure in the avant-garde scene of the late '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weatherbox sound like?
Ethereal soundscapes blend with introspective lyrics, creating an immersive auditory experience that transcends genre boundaries. Rooted in jazz and new wave.
What makes Weatherbox by David Sylvian notable?
'Weatherbox' is notable for its ambitious structure, encapsulating various musical styles while receiving critical acclaim for its artistry. The album was well-received in alternative music circles and influenced subsequent artists exploring similar experimental avenues, marking Sylvian as a pivotal figure in the avant-garde scene of the late '80s. Released in 1989, 'Weatherbox' came during David Sylvian's transition from the commercial success of his early albums with Japan to a more avant-garde and experimental solo career. This album followed his acclaimed 'Brilliant Trees' and represented a deepening of his sonic exploration, showcasing his interest in ambient and art pop influences.
Who is Weatherbox for?
Weatherbox works well if you're into ethereal soundscapes for reflection, wave-like pacing invites immersion and dynamic exploration of themes.
How many songs are on Weatherbox?
Weatherbox has 39 tracks, running approximately 199 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Pulling Punches 5:02
- 2 The Ink in the Well 4:30
- 3 Nostalgia 5:41
- 4 Red Guitar Standout 5:09
- 5 Weathered Wall 5:44
- 6 Backwaters 4:52
- 7 Brilliant Trees 8:39
Disc 2
- 1 Words With the Shaman (Songs From the Tree Tops), Part 1: Ancient Evening 5:14
- 2 Words With the Shaman (Songs From the Tree Tops), Part 2: Incantation 3:30
- 3 Words With the Shaman (Songs From the Tree Tops), Part 3: Awakening 5:21
- 4 The Stigma of Childhood (Kin) Standout 8:30
- 5 A Brief Conversation Ending in Divorce 3:32
- 6 Steel Cathedrals 18:55
Disc 3
- 1 Taking the Veil Standout 4:40
- 2 Laughter and Forgetting 2:40
- 3 Before the Bullfight 9:45
- 4 Gone to Earth 3:01
- 5 Wave 9:13
- 6 Riverman 4:53
- 7 Silver Moon 6:07
Disc 4
- 1 The Healing Place 5:33
- 2 Answered Prayers 3:11
- 3 Where the Railroad Meets the Sea 2:53
- 4 The Wooden Cross 5:04
- 5 Silver Moon Over Sleeping Steeples 2:22
- 6 Camp Fire: Coyote Country 3:52
- 7 A Bird of Prey Vanishes Into a Bright Blue Cloudless Sky 3:15
- 8 Home 4:33
- 9 Sunlight Seen Through Towering Trees 3:02
- 10 Upon This Earth 6:24
Disc 5
- 1 September 1:19
- 2 The Boy With the Gun 5:18
- 3 Maria 2:50
- 4 Orpheus 4:51
- 5 The Devil's Own 3:12
- 6 When Poets Dreamed of Angels 4:47
- 7 Mother and Child 3:15
- 8 Let the Happiness In 5:37
- 9 Waterfront 3:22
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