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Blackfield

Blackfield · 2004

48 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock ยท progressive rock ยท art rock

Melancholic melodies intertwine with lush instrumentation, creating a hauntingly beautiful tapestry of sound.

Blackfield is an album by Blackfield, released in 2004. Melancholic melodies intertwine with lush instrumentation, creating a hauntingly beautiful tapestry of sound. The album received positive critical acclaim, with particular praise from publications like 'Classic Rock' and 'Prog', helping to solidify Blackfield's presence in the alternative rock scene. It also charted in various countries, reaching notable positions that underscored its commercial viability as a project blending different cultural influences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blackfield sound like?

Melancholic melodies intertwine with lush instrumentation, creating a hauntingly beautiful tapestry of sound. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive rock.

What makes Blackfield by Blackfield notable?

The album received positive critical acclaim, with particular praise from publications like 'Classic Rock' and 'Prog', helping to solidify Blackfield's presence in the alternative rock scene. It also charted in various countries, reaching notable positions that underscored its commercial viability as a project blending different cultural influences. Blackfield marked the debut album for the collaboration between British musician Steven Wilson and Israeli artist Aviv Geffen. Released in 2004, it came after Wilson's success with Porcupine Tree and introduced Geffen to a wider audience, setting the stage for their future collaborative works.

How many songs are on Blackfield?

Blackfield has 13 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·48:42

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Open Mind 3:49
  • 2 Blackfield Standout 4:06
  • 3 Glow Standout 4:02
  • 4 Scars 3:59
  • 5 Lullaby 3:31
  • 6 Pain 3:48
  • 7 Summer 4:14
  • 8 Cloudy Now 3:35
  • 9 The Hole in Me 2:47
  • 10 Hello 4:06
  • 11 Perfect World 3:52
  • 12 Where Is My Love? Standout 3:01
  • 13 Cloudy Now (live) 3:45

Release Date

January 1, 2004

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

48 min 42 sec