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Whispers II

Passenger · 2015

57 min · 16 tracks · indie folk

A tender collection of introspective folk melodies woven with heartfelt storytelling and acoustic warmth.

Why this album works

'Whispers II' received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and acoustic arrangements, further establishing Passenger's place in contemporary folk music. The album showcased his unique storytelling ability and resonated well with audiences, contributing to his continued commercial success in the UK and beyond.
Best for
steady pacing for reflective moments heartfelt storytelling in acoustic form introspective melodies for quiet evenings
Context
Passenger, known for his breakthrough hit 'Let Her Go', released 'Whispers II' as a follow-up to his successful 2014 album 'Whispers'. By this time, he had solidified his reputation in the indie folk scene, demonstrating his ability to craft poignant narratives through music.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Fear of Fear Standout 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 Standout 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

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