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Like Swimming

Morphine · 1997

53 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock · jazz fusion · blues rock

A sultry blend of jazz-infused rock and shadowy storytelling drips with a hypnotic, laid-back groove.

Like Swimming is an album by Morphine, released in 1997. A sultry blend of jazz-infused rock and shadowy storytelling drips with a hypnotic, laid-back groove. This album showcased Morphine's signature sound and received positive reviews from critics, further establishing them within the alternative rock scene. It also highlighted the band's inventive approach to instrumentation and songwriting, influencing subsequent artists exploring similar jazz-rock fusions. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Like Swimming sound like?

A sultry blend of jazz-infused rock and shadowy storytelling drips with a hypnotic, laid-back groove. Rooted in alternative rock and jazz fusion.

What makes Like Swimming by Morphine notable?

This album showcased Morphine's signature sound and received positive reviews from critics, further establishing them within the alternative rock scene. It also highlighted the band's inventive approach to instrumentation and songwriting, influencing subsequent artists exploring similar jazz-rock fusions. Released in 1997, 'Like Swimming' is Morphine's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Cure for Pain'. At this point, the band had solidified their unique sound and gained a dedicated fanbase, but they were also facing the challenge of evolving their style without losing their distinctive edge.

How many songs are on Like Swimming?

Like Swimming has 17 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·53:35

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Lilah 0:59
  • 2 Potion 2:00
  • 3 I Know You, Part III 3:31
  • 4 Early to Bed 3:33
  • 5 Wishing Well Standout 3:31
  • 6 Like Swimming Standout 3:59
  • 7 Murder for the Money Standout 3:33
  • 8 French Fries W/Pepper 2:52
  • 9 Empty Box 3:53
  • 10 Eleven O'Clock 3:08
  • 11 Hanging on a Curtain 3:48
  • 12 Swing It Low 3:07
  • 13 Open Up the Window 2:25

Disc 2

  • 1 Early to Bed 2:58
  • 2 Eleven O'Clock (Hi-N-Dry version) 3:30
  • 3 Anita 3:16
  • 4 Virgin Bride 3:30

Release Date

January 1, 1997

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

53 min 35 sec