Whispers II
Passenger · 2015
57 min · 16 tracks · folk music
Intimate acoustic melodies intertwine with candid storytelling, evoking a sense of warmth and vulnerability throughout the collection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fear of Fear Start here — Opening the album, this track sets a contemplative tone with its exploration of anxiety and introspection, drawing listeners into Passenger's emotional landscape.
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I'll Be Your Man — This song showcases a blend of heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies, illustrating Passenger's ability to balance vulnerability with accessibility.
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Travelling Alone — The poignant narrative reflects themes of solitude and connection, capturing the essence of the album's introspective nature while highlighting Passenger's storytelling prowess.
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Words — In this track, lyrical depth combines with stripped-back instrumentation, effectively demonstrating Passenger's knack for conveying complex emotions simply and beautifully.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and intimate performances but lacks a cohesive flow due to bonus tracks altering its pacing.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces five acoustic versions that shift the overall dynamic.
- Each track typically features a single guitar accompaniment, allowing the vocals to remain at the forefront of the mix.
- Lyrically, the songs often employ storytelling techniques, with verses that build upon personal experiences and reflections.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- heartfelt storytelling in acoustic form
- introspective melodies for quiet evenings
- warmth for cozy settings
- gentle background for thoughtful tasks
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles over cohesion
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Solid entry that resonates with dedicated fans, showcasing Passenger's signature acoustic style.
- Themes
- anxiety in solitude· intimate storytelling· emotional landscapes
- Career context
- Released in early 2015, Whispers II is Passenger's fifth studio album, following the commercial success of All the Little Lights. At this point in his career, Passenger had established himself as a prominent figure in indie folk, known for his heartfelt lyrics and emotive performances. This album continues to build on that foundation, showcasing his evolution as a songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Ben Howard· James Vincent McMorrow
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Fear of Fear Start here 2:58
- 2 Catch in the Dark 3:28
- 3 A Thousand Matches 3:46
- 4 I’ll Be Your Man 3:11
- 5 Travelling Alone 5:04
- 6 David 4:27
- 7 Words 4:12
- 8 The Way That I Need You 3:31
- 9 Strangers 3:54
- 10 Nothing’s Changed 3:45
Disc 2
- 1 Two Hands (acoustic) 2:37
- 2 Stolen Toys (acoustic) 3:48
- 3 The Way It Goes (acoustic) 2:17
- 4 Settled (acoustic) 5:07
- 5 Timber and Coal (acoustic) 2:29
- 6 Darkest Days (acoustic) 2:58
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Intimate storytelling and acoustic arrangements evoke vulnerability and emotional depth similar to Passenger.
Pink Moon
Nick Drake
Shares a haunting, introspective atmosphere with delicate instrumentation and deeply personal lyrics.
Our Endless Numbered Days
Iron & Wine
Features soft acoustic melodies and heartfelt narratives that create a warm, introspective listening experience.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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