White Light from the Mouth of Infinity
Swans · 1991
69 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · post-punk
A haunting blend of industrial textures and ethereal melodies, exploring themes of existence and transcendence.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo contemplative journey
- haunting exploration of existence
- immersive experience for deep listening
- thoughtful reflections on transcendence
Maybe skip if you want
- need for upbeat instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'White Light from the Mouth of Infinity' marked Swans' return after a brief hiatus and was their first album following the dissolution of their previous lineup. This record showcased a shift towards more melodic and contemplative compositions while maintaining their characteristic intensity, effectively bridging the gap between their earlier noise-driven work and later, more accessible sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Godspeed You! Black Emperor· The Young Gods· Neurosis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Better Than You 5:51
- 2 Power and Sacrifice 5:37
- 3 You Know Nothing 5:46
- 4 Song for Dead Time 5:24
- 5 Will We Survive 6:51
- 6 Love Will Save You 6:06
- 7 Failure 6:20
- 8 Song for the Sun 5:03
- 9 Miracle of Love 6:43
- 10 When She Breathes 5:03
- 11 Why Are We Alive? 5:29
- 12 The Most Unfortunate Lie 5:02
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