Peace at Last
The Blue Nile · 1996
44 min · 10 tracks · adult contemporary music
Mellow synths and tender vocals intertwine to create a lush, introspective soundscape exploring themes of love and loss.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- introspective late-night listening mellow background ambiance emotional reflective moments
- Context
- By the time 'Peace at Last' was released on June 10, 1996, The Blue Nile had already established themselves as a unique voice in adult contemporary music with their previous albums. This album marked their first release after a lengthy hiatus following 'Hats' in 1990, showcasing a mature sound that continued to blend atmospheric pop with poignant lyrical content.
- If you like
- adult contemporary music
Peace at Last is an album by The Blue Nile, released in 1996. Mellow synths and tender vocals intertwine to create a lush, introspective soundscape exploring themes of love and loss. 'Peace at Last' received critical acclaim upon its release, characterized by its lush arrangements and emotive storytelling. It was particularly notable for charting in the UK Albums Chart, solidifying The Blue Nile's place within the adult contemporary genre while influencing subsequent artists in the realm of atmospheric pop music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Peace at Last sound like?
Mellow synths and tender vocals intertwine to create a lush, introspective soundscape exploring themes of love and loss. Rooted in adult contemporary music.
What makes Peace at Last by The Blue Nile notable?
'Peace at Last' received critical acclaim upon its release, characterized by its lush arrangements and emotive storytelling. It was particularly notable for charting in the UK Albums Chart, solidifying The Blue Nile's place within the adult contemporary genre while influencing subsequent artists in the realm of atmospheric pop music. By the time 'Peace at Last' was released on June 10, 1996, The Blue Nile had already established themselves as a unique voice in adult contemporary music with their previous albums. This album marked their first release after a lengthy hiatus following 'Hats' in 1990, showcasing a mature sound that continued to blend atmospheric pop with poignant lyrical content.
Who is Peace at Last for?
Peace at Last works well if you're into introspective late-night listening, mellow background ambiance and emotional reflective moments.
How many songs are on Peace at Last?
Peace at Last has 10 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Happiness Standout 4:40
- 2 Tomorrow Morning 4:15
- 3 Sentimental Man 5:05
- 4 Love Came Down 3:35
- 5 Body and Soul 5:16
- 6 Holy Love 2:42
- 7 Family Life Standout 5:21
- 8 War Is Love Standout 3:33
- 9 God Bless You Kid 4:56
- 10 Soon 5:27
Release Date
June 10, 1996
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
44 min 53 sec
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