Lanterns
Son Lux · 2013
41 min · 9 tracks · electronica · post-rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of intricate electronic textures, soaring vocals, and evocative melodies that push genre boundaries.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions steady, consistent energy levels gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- In 2013, Son Lux released 'Lanterns' as their second studio album, building on the critical success of their debut, 'At War With Walls & Mazes'. This album marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing a more polished production and broader musical palette while solidifying their position in the experimental music scene.
- If you like
- electronica, post-rock
Lanterns is an album by Son Lux, released in 2013. A kaleidoscopic blend of intricate electronic textures, soaring vocals, and evocative melodies that push genre boundaries. 'Lanterns' received widespread acclaim, noted for its innovative sound and lyrical depth. The track 'Lost It to Trying' gained particular recognition, earning placements on various year-end lists and contributing to Son Lux's growing influence in alternative and experimental music circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lanterns sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of intricate electronic textures, soaring vocals, and evocative melodies that push genre boundaries. Rooted in electronica and post-rock.
What makes Lanterns by Son Lux notable?
'Lanterns' received widespread acclaim, noted for its innovative sound and lyrical depth. The track 'Lost It to Trying' gained particular recognition, earning placements on various year-end lists and contributing to Son Lux's growing influence in alternative and experimental music circles. In 2013, Son Lux released 'Lanterns' as their second studio album, building on the critical success of their debut, 'At War With Walls & Mazes'. This album marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing a more polished production and broader musical palette while solidifying their position in the experimental music scene.
Who is Lanterns for?
Lanterns works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, steady, consistent energy levels and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Lanterns?
Lanterns has 9 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Alternate World 4:15
- 2 Lost It to Trying Standout 4:43
- 3 Ransom Standout 5:09
- 4 Easy 4:01
- 5 No Crimes 5:00
- 6 Pyre 4:56
- 7 Enough of Our Machines 5:09
- 8 Plan the Escape 5:32
- 9 Lanterns Lit Standout 2:56
Release Date
January 1, 2013
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 41 sec
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