Lungs
Florence + the Machine · 2009
46 min · 19 tracks · indie rock · art rock
Ethereal vocals soar over a blend of baroque pop and indie rock, creating anthemic and emotionally charged soundscapes.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released on July 3, 2009, 'Lungs' marked Florence Welch's debut album, establishing her as a prominent figure in the indie rock scene. The album followed her early EPs and was pivotal in launching her career, showcasing a unique blend of art rock influences that would define her subsequent work.
- If you like
- indie rock, art rock
Lungs is an album by Florence + the Machine, released in 2009. Ethereal vocals soar over a blend of baroque pop and indie rock, creating anthemic and emotionally charged soundscapes. 'Lungs' debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and received critical acclaim, featuring hits like 'Dog Days Are Over' that resonated with audiences worldwide. Its success solidified Florence + the Machine's place in popular music and influenced a wave of artists embracing theatricality in their performances. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lungs sound like?
Ethereal vocals soar over a blend of baroque pop and indie rock, creating anthemic and emotionally charged soundscapes. Rooted in indie rock and art rock.
What makes Lungs by Florence + the Machine notable?
'Lungs' debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and received critical acclaim, featuring hits like 'Dog Days Are Over' that resonated with audiences worldwide. Its success solidified Florence + the Machine's place in popular music and influenced a wave of artists embracing theatricality in their performances. Released on July 3, 2009, 'Lungs' marked Florence Welch's debut album, establishing her as a prominent figure in the indie rock scene. The album followed her early EPs and was pivotal in launching her career, showcasing a unique blend of art rock influences that would define her subsequent work.
Who is Lungs for?
Lungs works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, atmospheric background focus and long, immersive listening sessions.
How many songs are on Lungs?
Lungs has 19 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Dog Days Are Over Standout 4:12
- 2 Rabbit Heart (Raise It Up) Standout 3:52
- 3 I’m Not Calling You a Liar 3:05
- 4 Howl 3:34
- 5 Kiss With a Fist 2:04
- 6 Girl With One Eye 3:38
- 7 Drumming Song 3:43
- 8 Between Two Lungs 4:09
- 9 Cosmic Love Standout 4:15
- 10 My Boy Builds Coffins 2:56
- 11 Hurricane Drunk 3:13
- 12 Blinding 4:40
- 13 You’ve Got the Love 2:48
Disc 2
- 1 Dog Days Are Over (music video)
- 2 Drumming Song (music video)
- 3 Kiss With a First (music video)
- 4 Dog Days Are Over (live at the Rivoli Ballroom)
- 5 Drumming Song (live at the Rivoli Ballroom)
- 6 Kiss With a Fist (live at the Rivoli Ballroom)
Release Date
July 3, 2009
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
46 min 15 sec
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