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Wrong Way Up

Brian Eno · 1990

41 min · 10 tracks · electronic · ambient · art rock

A seamless blend of ambient textures and art pop melodies that invites introspection and exploration.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective listening experiences
  • smooth, flowing transitions
  • ideal for reflective moments
  • calm, soothing soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 16, 1990, 'Wrong Way Up' marked a collaboration between Brian Eno and John Cale, following Eno's established reputation in ambient music. This album came after Eno's successful work in the 1980s and represented a shift towards more song-oriented compositions, showcasing his ability to fuse experimental sounds with accessible songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Harold Budd· Aphex Twin· Tangerine Dream

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lay My Love 4:44
  • 2 One Word 4:35
  • 3 In the Backroom 4:02
  • 4 Empty Frame 4:27
  • 5 Cordoba 4:23
  • 6 Spinning Away 5:27
  • 7 Footsteps 3:13
  • 8 Been There, Done That 2:52
  • 9 Crime in the Desert 3:42
  • 10 The River 4:23

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