Style: British Folk Rock, Folk Baroque, Blues-Influenced
Vibes: Uplifting, Intertwined, Romantic, Flowing, Sentimental, Rootsy, Intricate, Responsive, Spring, Warm, Energetic,, Groovy, Traditional
Musical Qualities: Melodic, Polyphonic, Lush, Uncommon Time Signatures, Improvisation, Acoustic
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Vocal Harmonies, Upright Bass, Drums, Glockenspiel, Sitar, Banjo
Pentangle – Basket of Light Read More »
Styles: Chamber Music, Abenaki Folk
Moods: Sombre, Elegant, Ritualistic, Reflective, Sentimental, Poetic, Flowing
Themes: , Colonial History, Waban-Aki Folklore, Storytelling, Political
Alanis Obomsawin – Bush Lady Read More »
Style: Post-Bop
Vibes: Romantic, Anxious, Sentimental, Energetic, Driving, Exploratory, Loose, Moody
Musical Qualities: Polyphonic, Acoustic, Improvisation, Melodic, Modal, Instrumental, Technical
Miles Davis – E.S.P. Read More »
Vibes: Ethereal, Communal, Healing, Flowing, Heartfelt, Devotional, Conscious, Utopian, Warm, Intertwined, Spiritual, Uplifting, Sombre, Nature, Peaceful, Sentimental, Comforting, Compassionate, Psychedelic
Brother Ahh – Move Ever Onwards Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Folk Pop, Jazz-Folk
Vibes: Passionate, Conversational, Soothing, Reflective, Romantic, Warm, Existential, Bittersweet, Introspective, Spring, Uplifting, Nature, Mellow, Sentimental, Flowing
Musical Qualities: Lush, Lyrical, Melodic, Soft, Vocal Harmonies
Joni Mitchell – For the Roses Read More »
Style: Emo Pop, Indie
Vibes: Sentimental, Bittersweet, Lonely, Nostalgic, Breakup, Reflective, Sad, Longing
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Melodic, Polished, Dynamic, Lyrical
Death Cab For Cutie – Trasatlanticism Read More »
LPx2, 45rpm, Self-Released, 2002 / 2012 pressing First Vinyl Pressing (2012)Originally released on CD by Interscope Records (2002) Style: Art Rock, Progressive Post-Hardcore Vibes: Cryptic, Dramatic, Surreal, Groovy, Anthemic, Epic, Passionate, Intricate, Bombastic, Psychedelic, Sentimental Themes: Sleep Paralysis, Dreams, Existential, Salvador Dalí Qualities: Conceptual, Lyrical, Suite, Dense, Uncommon Time Signatures, Rhythmic, Progressive
with Reggie Workman, James Black & George Arvanitas
Style: Post-Bop
Vibes: Warm, Joyful, Flowing, Romantic, Soothing, Bluesy, Sentimental
Yusef Lateef – Psychicemotus Read More »
with Emmylou Harris
Style: Country, Singer/Songwriter, Country-Rock
Vibes: Bittersweet, Sentimental, Storytelling, Heartbreak, Twangy, Warm, Longing, Passionate, Poetic, Rootsy
Gram Parsons – Grievous Angel Read More »
Style: Dream Folk, Experimental Songwriter, Ambient-Folk
Vibes: Ethereal, Melancholy, Hazy, Intimate, Soothing, Haunting, Dreamy, Autumnal, Cryptic, Tender, Mellow, Reflective, Mysterious, Nocturnal, Flowing
Musical Qualities: Soft, Glitchy, Atmospheric, Lyrical, Electro-Acoustic
Maria BC – Spike Field Read More »
featuring Crazy Horse & Emmy Lou Harris
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Folk-Rock, Americana
Vibes: Bittersweet, Introspective, Sentimental, Reflective, Tender, Pastoral, Raw, Romantic
Neil Young – Chrome Dreams Read More »
Style: Sophisti-Pop, New Wave, Progressive Pop
Vibes: Spring, Uplifting, Bittersweet, Sentimental, Anthemic, Passionate, Introspective, Spiritual, Peaceful
Musical Qualities: Sleek, Catchy, Melodic, Lush, Rhythmic, Studio-as-an-Instrument, Chora
Talk Talk – The Colour of Spring Read More »
Style: Shoegaze, Psych, Noise Rock, Slowcore, Ethereal Wave
Vibes: Raw, Gloomy, Cathartic, Lonely, Depressive, Rainy, Nocturnal, Sensual, Hazy, Sombre, Sentimental, Melancholy
Musical Qualities: Noisy, Dynamic, Lo-Fi, Fuzzy
Shizuka – Heavenly Persona Read More »
Style: Synth-Pop, Singer/Songwriter
Vibes: Dramatic, Rebellious, Sleek, Angry, Eccentric, Mechanical, Anthemic, Bright, Cold, Sentimental, Conscious, Driving
Neil Young – Landing on Water Read More »
ecorded live between 1971-1973
Style: Country Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Vibes: Ramshackle, Sentimental, Raw, Longing, Angsty, Energetic
Musical Qualities: Live, Noisy, Dynamic, Fuzzy
Neil Young – Time Fades Away Read More »
Style: Appalachian Folk Music, American Primitivism
Vibes: Rootsy, Spiritual, Warm, Passionate, Meditative, Religious, Storytelling, Sentimental, spiritual, storytelling
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Traditional, Lyrical, Droney, Open Tunings, Solo, Sparse
Instrumentation: Vocals, Harmonium, Acoustic Guitars (6- & 12-String), Autoharp, Piano, Banjo
Joseph Allred – Hoddmímis Holt Read More »
with Jake Falby, Alex Somers, Eric Littmann, Marilu Donovan, Jefre Cantu-Ledesma & Nadia Hulett
Style: Chamber-Folk, Singer/Songwriter, Ambient Pop, New Age
Vibes: Heartfelt, Reflective, Loving, Bittersweet, Mournful, Healing, Introspective, Compassionate, Observational, Poetic, Contemplative, Ethereal, Summer
Musical Qualities: Lyrical, Soft, Lush, Orchestral
Instrumentation: Vocals, Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Strings, Piano, Synthesizers, Harp, Modular Synthesizer
Julie Byrne – The Greater Wings Read More »
Style: Canterbury Scene, Progressive Pop
Moods: Plaintive, Playful, Lonely, Longing, Melancholy, Dreamy, Eccentric, Tender, Sentimental
Instrumentation: Mellotron, Piano, Drums, Organ, Electric Bass, Electric Guitar, Electric Piano, Drums, Voice
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Art Pop, Chamber-Jazz
Vibes: Autumnal, Sombre, Introspective, Vaudeville, Lush, Sentimental, Theatric, Surreal, Storytelling, Haunting
Rustin Man – Drift Code Read More »
Style: Americana, Roots-Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Romantic, Rural, Personal, Autumnal, Sunny, Warm, Light, Joyful, Love, Morning, Reflective, Sentimental, Uplifting
Bob Dylan & The Band – Planet Waves Read More »
Styles: Singer/Songwriter, Folk-Pop, Jazz-Rock
Moods: Reflective, Poetic, Bittersweet, Romantic, Warm, Playful, Sentimental, Energetic, Groovy, Passionate, Melancholy, Sunny
Musical Qualities: Lyrical, Live, Melodic, Soft
Joni Mitchell & the L.A. Express – Miles of Aisles Read More »
Style: Jazz, Solo Piano
Moods: Reflective, Personal, Elegant, Introspective, Mellow, Sentimental, Soothing
Musical Qualities: Sparse, Improvisation, Acoustic, Melodic
Mingus Plays Piano Read More »
Styles: Slacker Rock, Neo-Psychedelia, Bedroom Pop, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Introspective, Bittersweet, Sentimental, Reflective, Kaleidoscopic, Warm, Melancholy, Intimate, Whimsical, Nostalgic, Eclectic, Heartfelt, Psychedelic, Summer, Existential
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Riffs, Home Recording, Melodic, Vocal Manipulation, Studio-as-an-Instrument
Side A (Deerhoof): Noise Pop, Fuzzy, Warm, Sentimental, Playful, Uplifting, Catchy
Side B (Half Waif): Art Pop, Hypnotic, Sentimental, Polished, Warm, Repetitive
Deerhoof / Half Waif – Less Artists More Condos #4 Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Art-Rock
Moods: Longing, Bittersweet, Passionate, Heartbreak, Angsty, Sentimental, Romantic, Introspective, Sensual, Existential, Poetic, Sad, Sombre
Musical Qualities: Dynamic, Lush, Melodic, Polished Production, Orchestral Arrangements, Gospel Background Vocals
Jeff Buckley – Grace Read More »
Style: Noise Pop, Dream Pop, Shoegaze
Moods: Bittersweet, Tender, Melancholy, Romantic, Nocturnal, Reflective, Sentimental, Warm, Driving, Hypnotic
Musical Qualities: Dynamic, Catchy, Atmospheric, Noisy, Soft, Fuzzy
Yo La tengo – Extra Painful Read More »
Style: Progressive Rock, Shoegaze-Influenced
Moods: Passionate, Epic, Melancholy, Cryptic, Sentimental, Moody, Longing, Cathartic, Dark, Triumphant, Monolithic
Musical Qualities: Complex, Progressive, Melodic, Uncommon Time Signatures, Polished, Atmospheric, Dynamic, Dense
Oceansize – Frames Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Alt-Country, Slowcore
Moods: Reflective, Sentimental, Rural, Lonely, Melancholy, Twangy, Romantic, Longing, Contemplative, Depressive, Heartfelt, Introspective, Love, Rootsy
Edith Frost – Wonder Wonder Read More »
Style: Folk-Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Moods: Sentimental, Break-Up, Bittersweet, Rebellious, Introspective, Messy, Passionate, Ragged, Melancholy
Musical Qualities: Lyrical, Loose, Raw, Simple
Neil Young with Crazy Horse – Zuma Read More »
Style: Progressive Folk-Rock, Welsh Folk
Moods: Medieval, Mystical, Sentimental, Epic, Passionate, Earthy, Communal, Intricate
Instrumentation: Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Vocal Harmonies, Celtic Harp, Flute, Bodhran, Congas, Bongos, Keyboard, Electric Bass, Recorder, Drums, 12-String Guitar, Mandolin, Mellotron
Pererin – Haul ar yr eira Read More »
Style: Americana, Singer/Songwriter, Alt-Country
Moods: Drifter, Surreal, Poetic, Twangy, Colorful, Eccentric, Sunny, Uplifting, Playful, Observational, Contemplative, Warm, Rural, Sentimental, Storytelling
Jim White – Waffles, Triangles & Jesus Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Country-Rock
Moods: Longing, Introspective, Loner, Bittersweet, Romantic, Alienation, Rustic, Sentimental
Musical Qualities: Melodic, Lush, Polished, Orchestral Arrangements
Neil Young – Neil Young Read More »
Style: British Folk-Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Autumnal, Bittersweet, Energetic, Sentimental, Heartfelt, Storytelling, Romantic, Warm
Musical Qualities: Lush, Vocal Harmonies, Acoustic, Melodic
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Accordion, Fiddle, Flute, Shakuhachi, Trumpet
Richard & Linda Thompson – Pour Down Like Silver Read More »
Style: SInger-Songwriter, Progressive Country, Chamber Folk
Moods: Reflective, Longing, Heartbreak, Autumnal, Contemplative, Melancholy, Bittersweet, Sentimental, Heartfelt, Lonely, Rainy
Musical Qualities: Lush, Suite, Lyrical, Orchestral, Melodic
Mickey Newbury – Heaven Help the Child Read More »
Style: Country, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Autumnal, Heartbreak, Longing, Sentimental, Tender, Rustic, Bittersweet, Introspective, Warm
Musical Qualities: Lush, Vocal Harmonies, Soft, Melodic
Emmylou Harris – Pieces of the Sky Read More »
Style: Chamber Pop, Ambient Pop
Moods: Sentimental, Bittersweet, Mellow, Reflective, Ethereal, Flowing, Dreamy, Passionate, Sad
Musical Qualities: Soft, Slow, Lush, Lyrical, Polished, Dynamic
Instrumentation: Synthesizers, Electric Guitar, Drums, Trumpet, Upright Bass, Fender Rhodes, Organ, Cello, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Baritone Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone
The Antlers – Familiars Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Synth Pop, Trip-Hop
Moods: Bittersweet, Sentimental, Warm, Romantic
Musical Qualities: Catchy, Lush, Vocal Harmonies, Polished Production
Sharon Van Etten – Remind Me Tomorrow Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Americana, Country-Rock
Moods: Bittersweet, Humorous, Storytelling, Twangy, Sunny, Road Trip, Playful, Poetic, Warm, Sentimental, Twangy
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lyrical, Background Gospel Singers, Vocal Harmonies, Melodic
John Prine – Sweet Revenge Read More »
Style: Smooth Soul
Moods: Sexual, Passionate, Nocturnal, Sensual, Mellow, Smooth, Romantic, Warm, Sentimental
Musical Qualities: Lush, Groovy, Vocal Harmonies, Polished Production
Marvin Gaye – Let’s Get It On Read More »
Styles: Singer/Songwriter, Folk Rock, Synth Pop
Moods: Longing, Reflective, Heartbreak, Autumnal, Sentimental, Anthemic, Apocalyptic, Dramatic, Lonely
Musical Qualities: Lush, Polished, Melodic, Lyrical, Atmospheric
Sharon Van Etten – We’ve Been Going About This All Wrong Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Country, Cosmic American Music
Moods: Reflective, Heartbreak, Longing, Bittersweet, Sentimental, Twangy, Warm
Musical Qualities: Vocal Harmonies, Melodic, Lush, Soft
Styles: Progressive Pop, Post-Industrial Chamber Music, IDM, Gabber, Deconstructed Club
Moods: Earthy, Knotty, Sensual, Futuristic, Surreal, Romantic, Mystical, Passionate, Messy, Hallucinogenic, Intense, Forest, Eccentric, Epic, Tribal
Musical Qualities: Polyphonic, Dense, Dynamic, Complex, Glitchy, Progressive, Uncommon Time Signatures, Electro-Acoustic
Instrumentation: Digital Programming, Woodwinds (Bass Clarinet, Oboe, Clarinet), Strings, Choral Vocals
Style: Vocal Jazz
Moods: Uplifting, Sentimental, Elegant, Sunny, Passionate, Heartfelt, Playful, Romantic, Retro
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Technical, Melodic, Lush, Ballads
Instrumentation: Piano, Vocals, Upright Bass, Drums
Shirley Horn Trio – A Lazy Afternoon Read More »
Style: Acid Folk, Psych Rock, Prog
Vibe: Mystical, Longing, Retro, Fuzzy, Sentimental, Warm, Nocturnal, Ancient, Mysterious, Eclectic
The Silence – The Silence Read More »
Style: Outlaw Country, Singer/Songwriter, Flamenco-Influenced
Vibe: Tender, Breakup, Reflective, Patient, Personal, Lonely, Longing, Peaceful, Romantic, Bittersweet, Heartfelt, Intimate, Melancholy, Mellow, Sentimental, Spiritual
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lush, Lyric-Driven, Chamber Arrangements
Willie Nelson – Spirit Read More »
Style: Neo-Psychedelia, Singer/Songwriter, Art Pop
Moods: Uplifting, Heartfelt, Spiritual, Warm, Introspective, Wholesome, Eclectic, Colorful, Cryptic, Ethereal, Joyful, Longing, Bittersweet, Psychedelic, Sentimental, Tender
Musical Qualities: Lush, Melodic, Vocal Effects, Studio-as-an-Instrument, Catchy, Polished, Progressive
Alex G – God Save the Animals Read More »
Style: Slowcore, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Depressive, Existential Late Night Bus Rides, Autumnal, Lethargic, Introspective, Moody, Alienation, Sad, Misanthropic, Sombre, Melancholic, Poetic, Pessimistic, Breakup, Sentimental, Lonely
Musical Qualities: Slow, Sparse, Atmospheric
Red House Painters – Down Colorful Hill Read More »
featuring Ryuichi Sakamoto, Holger Czukay, Jon Hassell, Danny Thompson, & Mark Isham
Style: Sophisti-Pop, Art Pop, Ambient Pop
Vibe: Longing, Introspective, Elegant, Ethereal, Sentimental, Sleek, Melancholy, Contemplative, Autumnal, Mellow, Sombre, Nocturnal
Musical Qualities: Polished Production, Melodic, Rhythmic
David Sylvian – Brilliant Trees Read More »
Style: Singer/Songwriter, Progressive Country
Vibe: Introspective, Reflective, Heartfelt, Bittersweet, Longing, Lush, Warm, Soothing, Rustic, Tender, Sentimental, Spiritual, Contemplative, Intimate
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lyrical, Melodic, Orchestral, Polished, Background Vocals
Mickey Newbury – I Came to Hear the Music Read More »
Personnel: Sathima Bea Benjamin – Vocals; Kenny Barron – Piano; Buster Williams – Upright Bass; Billy Higgins – Drums
Style: Vocal Jazz, Spiritual Jazz, Ballads, Traditional
Vibe: Healing, Flowing, Warm, Airy, Spiritual, Soothing, Sombre, Heartfelt, Elegant, Uplifting, Bittersweet, Intimate, Morning, Peaceful, Reflective, Rootsy, Sentimental,
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Soft, Improvisation, Slow, Polished, Lyrical, Lush
Sathima Bea Benjamin – Windsong Read More »
Style: Brit-Folk, Chamber Folk, Jazz-Folk
Vibe: Flowing, Morning, Breezy, Warm, Medieval, Sentimental, Rootsy, Mellow, Pastoral, Uplifting
Musical Qualities: Vocal Harmonies, Acoustic, Traditional, Melodic, Improvisation
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitars (Fingerstyle), Vocals, Upright Bass, Sitar, Dulcimer, Banjo, Recorder, Harmonica, Electric Guitar, Drums
Pentangle – Solomon’s Seal Read More »
Style: Chamber Folk, Slowcore, Dream Country
Vibe: Flowing, Lethargic, Peaceful, Dreamy, Melancholy, Elegant, Airy, Romantic, Bittersweet, Contemplative, Intertwined, Intimate, Mellow, Sentimental, Smooth, Soothing, Twangy
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lush, Slow, Soft, Simple, Chamber Arrangements, Melodic
Damon & Naomi – Within These Walls Read More »
LP, Anti- Records, 2002 (2016, RE) Style: Gothic Americana, Alt-Country, Singer/Songwriter Vibe: Bittersweet, Rebellious, Haunting, Western, Passionate, Energetic, Longing, Anthemic, Breakup, Depressive, Heartfelt, Introspective, Twangy, Rustic, Sentimental
Neko Case – Blacklisted Read More »
Style: Alt-Country, Americana, Singer/Songwriter
Vibe: Bittersweet, Warm, Angsty, Rustic, Heartfelt, Confident, Passionate, Twangy, Love, Breakup, Reflective, Sentimental, Lush, Rootsy
Instrumentation: Electric & Acoustic Guitar, Lap Steel & Pedal Steel Slide Guitars, Fiddle, Electric & Upright Basses, Drums, Vocal Harmonies, Banjo, Mandolin, Organ, Accordion
Neko Case – Furnace Room Lullaby Read More »
Style: Psychedelic / Chamber Folk
Vibe: Pastoral, Spiritual, Sentimental, Haunting, Medieval, Spring, Peaceful
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Progressive, Improvisation
Instrumentation: Acoustic Guitar, Cello, Flutes (Kaval, Recorder), Hurdy Gurdy, Drums, Piano, Tanpura, Analogue Synthesizers, Electric Guitar, Tympani, Vibes
Ghost – Tune In, Turn On, Free Tibet Read More »
On this mournful offering, Cave’s poetic reflections on loss, longing, and loneliness slowly float down a river of gloomy synth drones, somber strings, and sparse piano. While not exactly uplifting, the album has a sense of peace and beauty that continues up through the repeating final refrain, “and it’s alright now”.
Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds – Skeleton Tree Read More »
Style: Progressive Rock, Jazz Rock, Symphonic Prog
Vibe: Alienation, Longing, Sentimental, Dramatic, Heartfelt, Cathartic, Introspective, Existential, Theatric, Lonely, Sad, Passionate, Epic
Musical Qualities: Technical, Progressive, Complex, Dynamic, Ballads
Instrumentation: Piano, Organ, Acoustic Guitar, Saxophones (Alto, Tenor, Baritone), Flute, Drums, Tympani, Electric Bass
Van Der Graaf Generator – H to He Who Am the Only One Read More »
Style: Ecstatic Chamber Music, Kosmische, Neoclassical New Age
Vibe: Spiritual, Ethereal, Mystical, Meditative, Mysterious, Soothing, Peaceful, Mellow, Ritualistic, Sentimental, Religious (Christian), Pastoral
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lush, Chamber Arrangements, Atmospheric, Melodic, Suite
Instrumentation: Harpsichord, Piano, Electric Guitar, Oboe, Tanpura, Hymnal Vocals, Violin
Popol Vuh – Hosianna Mantra Read More »
Style: Noise Pop, Shoegaze, Indie Rock
Vibe: Autumnal, Nocturnal, Intimate, Heartfelt, Bittersweet, Eclectic, Sentimental, Romantic, Raw, Reflective
Musical Qualities: Loose, Melodic, Noisy, Driving, Jammy, Vocal Harmonies
Yo La Tengo – Electr-O-Pura Read More »
Style: Art Rock, Progressive Pop
Vibe: Anxious, Eccentric, Romantic, Cerebral, Complex, Catchy, Bombastic, Dramatic, Surreal, Slick, Intertwined
Musical Qualities: Polyphonic, Uncommon Time Signatures, Polished, Progressive, Technical, Rhythmic
King Crimson – Beat Read More »
Style: Loner Folk, Singer/Songwriter, Folk Blues
Vibe: Introspective, Mellow, Intimate, Longing, Autumnal, Raw, Loner, Simple, Poetic, Melancholy
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Sparse, Lyrical
Jackson C. Frank – Jackson C. Frank Read More »
Style: Country-Soul, Funk
Vibe: Anthemic, Bittersweet, Triumphant, Political, Satirical, Playful, Groovy, Sunny, Conscious, Heartfelt, Warm, Sentimental, Rebellious, Philosophical
Musical Qualities: Lush, Rhythmic, Polished, Melodic, Lyrical
Swamp Dogg – Rat On! Read More »
Style: Progressive Folk, Acid Folk
Vibe: Nocturnal, Medieval, Psychedelic, Brooding, Sombre, Sentimental
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Droney, Progressive
Six Organs of Admittance – Luminous Night Read More »
Style: Country-Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Vibe: Raw, Heartfelt, Sentimental, Mourning, Drunk, Reflective
Musical Qualities: Loose, Vocal Harmonies
Neil Young – Tonight’s the Night Read More »
Style: Progressive Electronic, Hypnogogic Pop, Neo-Psychedelia
Vibe: Surreal, Nostalgia, Sentimental, Catchy, Futuristic, Longing, Melancholy, Woozy, Uplifting, Eclectic
Musical Attributes: Sampling, Sound Collage, Progressive
Oneohtrix Point Never – Magic Oneohtrix Point Never Read More »
Style: Folk Rock, Chamber Folk, Singer/Songwriter
Influences: Celtic Folk, Trip-Hop, Bluegrass, North African Music, Arabic Folk, Blues
Vibe: Misty, Reflective, Warm, Eclectic, Sentimental, Sensitive, Romantic, Peaceful, Mystical
Musical Qualities: Acoustic, Lush, Polished
Robert Plant – Carry Fire Read More »
Style: Art Pop, Trip-Hop, Ambient Pop
Vibe: Existential, Brooding, Cathartic, Exploratory, Futuristic, Heartfelt, Introspective, Sentimental
Musical Attributes: Atmospheric, Loops, Polished, Lush, Progressive, Headphone Album, Lyrical
Loma – Don’t Shy Away Read More »
Style: Art Rock, Jazz-Rock
Vibe: Introspective, Moody, Passionate, Sentimental, Sombre, Conceptual
Musical Attributes: Lyrical, Complex, Studio-as-an-Instrument, Rhythmic, Progressive
Lyrical Themes: Death, Existential, Personal, Reflective
David Bowie – Black Star Read More »
Listening to Alex G, one might imagine a young alien sitting alone in his martian bedroom baring his angsty, teenage confessions to his 4-track tape recorder. Yet, at the core of his music, underneath layers of psychedelic guitars, weird pitch-shifted vocals, and occasional lo-fi hiss, lies some genius pop songs that feel simultaneously adolescent and mature.
Recommended for fans of lo-fi experimentation and bedroom pop. Alex seems to pull influences from all over and channel them through his own unique personality and penchant for odd, psychedelic production. Recalls Elliot Smith’s loner acoustic songwriting and drum machines pulled from 80?s pop songs; there’s even a fucked up jazz piano ballad thrown into the mix.
Alex G – Beach Music Read More »
Style: Modal Jazz, Hard Bop
Vibe: Sentimental, Joyful, Sunny, Uplifting
Yusef Lateef – The Golden Flute Read More »
Originally released in 2003 on Merge Jealous Butcher Indie Exclusive Reissue (2019) Format: LP, Blue
M. Ward – Transfiguration of Vincent Read More »
Originally released in 1997 Plain Records reissue (2010) Format LPx2
Spiritualized – Ladies and Gentleman We are Floating in Space Read More »
Released in 1969 on Enterprise Records Format: LP
Isaac Hayes – Hot Buttered Soul Read More »
Released in 1987 on Virgin Records Format: LP
David Sylvian – Secrets of the Beehive Read More »
Released in 2013 on Deathwish, Inc. Format: LPx2. 45rpm, Gold and Red Vinyl
Deafheaven – Sunbather Read More »
Released in 2011 on Jagjaguwar Format: LP
Bon Iver – Bon Iver, Bon Iver Read More »
Released in 2010 on Asthmatic Kitty Records Format: LPx2 Artwork by Prophet Royal Robertson
Sufjan Stevens – The Age of Adz Read More »
Released in 2005 on Asthmatic Kitty Records Format: LPx2 Listen: Purchase: https://asthmatickitty.com/merch/illinois/
Sufjan Stevens – Illinois Read More »
Style: Chamber-Rock, Ambient Pop, Shoegaze
Vibes: Ethereal, Cryptic, Cathartic, Passionate, Soothing, Angelic, Hazy, Sentimental, Winter, Uplifting
Musical Qualities: Washy, Dynamic, Lush, Orchestral, Dynamic, Atmospheric, Soft, Studio-as-an-Instrument
Sigur Ros – Agaetis Byrjun Read More »
Released in 1978 on ECM Records Recorded December 1977 Format: LP
Jan Garbarek – Places Read More »
Released in 2001 on Temporary Residence Recorded in 2000 Format: LP
Released in 2000 on Matador Records Format: LPx2
Yo La Tengo – And Then Nothing Turned Itself Inside-Out Read More »
Vibes: Bittersweet, Medieval, Pastoral, Autumnal, Longing, Sentimental, Rootsy, Warm, Storytelling
Instrumentation: Vocal Harmonies, Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Upright Bass, Drums, Sitar, Percussion, Dulcitone, Dulcimer, Concertina, Recorder
Pentangle – Cruel Sister Read More »
Released in 2017 on Domino Records Format: LPx2
Richard Dawson – Peasant Read More »
Released in 2018 on Columbia Records Recorded September and December, 1974
Bob Dylan – More Blood, More Tracks: The Bootleg Series Vol. 14 Read More »
Originally released in 1989 on Fiction Records 2010 pressing, Digitally Remastered by Robert Smith Format: LPx2
The Cure – Disintegration Read More »
Released in 1988 on Parlophone Records 2012 Pressing
Talk Talk – Spirit of Eden Read More »
Released in 2002 on Arts & Crafts Records Format: LPx2
Broken Social Scene – You Forgot It In People Read More »
Released in 2009 on Frenchkiss Records Format: LP
The Antlers – Hospice Read More »
Album Information: Released in 1972 on Reprise Records 2009 reissue, mastered from original analog tapes
Neil Young – Harvest Read More »
Country-tinged love songs that feel like a continuation of Harvest
Neil Young – Comes a Time Read More »
Psychedelic, cosmic country with a raw emotional core.
Sturgill Simpson – Metamodern Sounds in Country Music Read More »
A cohesive, intimate collection of chamber pop songs, ornate with colorful arrangements, lush production, and some bluesy guitar licks.
Style: Soul, Singer/Songwriter
Moods: Conscious, Spiritual, Passionate, Uplifting, Bittersweet, Christian, Peaceful, Political, Sentimental, Warm
Musical Qualities: Lush, Groovy, Lyrical, Suite, Melodic
Marvin Gaye – What’s Going On Read More »
