A Paean To Wilson
The Durutti Column · 2010
100 min · 18 tracks · new wave · post-punk · art rock
An atmospheric exploration of textures and melodies, blending ambient soundscapes with introspective guitar work.
A Paean To Wilson is an album by The Durutti Column, released in 2010. An atmospheric exploration of textures and melodies, blending ambient soundscapes with introspective guitar work. 'A Paean to Wilson' received positive critical acclaim, noted for its intricate arrangements and emotional depth. It showcases the band's continued relevance in the evolving landscape of post-punk music, contributing to their legacy as influential artists within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Paean To Wilson sound like?
An atmospheric exploration of textures and melodies, blending ambient soundscapes with introspective guitar work. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.
What makes A Paean To Wilson by The Durutti Column notable?
'A Paean to Wilson' received positive critical acclaim, noted for its intricate arrangements and emotional depth. It showcases the band's continued relevance in the evolving landscape of post-punk music, contributing to their legacy as influential artists within the genre. By 2010, The Durutti Column had established a reputation as pioneers in the post-punk and art rock scenes. 'A Paean to Wilson' was their first album after a five-year hiatus following 'Someone Else's Party' (2004), reflecting a period of artistic reflection and evolution.
How many songs are on A Paean To Wilson?
A Paean To Wilson has 18 tracks, running approximately 100 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Or Are You Just a Technician 0:56
- 2 Chant Standout 10:33
- 3 Quatro 3:20
- 4 Requiem Standout 8:07
- 5 Stuki 7:11
- 6 Along Came Poppy 4:19
- 7 Brother 8:36
- 8 Duet With Piano 3:16
- 9 Darkness Here 2:28
- 10 Catos Revisited 8:23
- 11 The Truth 4:12
- 12 How Unbelievable Standout 11:40
Disc 2
- 1 Bruce 4:55
- 2 Mike 4:19
- 3 Keir 4:31
- 4 Alan 5:05
- 5 Neil 5:01
- 6 Anthony 3:51
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