Portishead
Portishead · 1997
50 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · electronica · experimental rock
Haunting melodies intertwine with gritty beats, creating an atmospheric landscape of melancholy and introspection.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
- Context
- This album, released on September 29, 1997, marked Portishead's return after their acclaimed debut 'Dummy' from 1994. It solidified their position in the trip-hop genre as they explored darker themes and more complex soundscapes, showcasing their evolution as artists.
- If you like
- alternative rock, electronica, experimental rock
- What next
- Third — Continues the atmospheric exploration with innovative sounds and deeper themes.
Portishead is an album by Portishead, released in 1997. Haunting melodies intertwine with gritty beats, creating an atmospheric landscape of melancholy and introspection. Portishead received widespread critical acclaim upon release, earning a Mercury Prize nomination and solidifying its influence on the electronic music scene. The album reached number two on the UK Albums Chart and has been cited as a pivotal work that shaped the sound of late-'90s downtempo music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Portishead sound like?
Haunting melodies intertwine with gritty beats, creating an atmospheric landscape of melancholy and introspection. Rooted in alternative rock and electronica.
What makes Portishead by Portishead notable?
Portishead received widespread critical acclaim upon release, earning a Mercury Prize nomination and solidifying its influence on the electronic music scene. The album reached number two on the UK Albums Chart and has been cited as a pivotal work that shaped the sound of late-'90s downtempo music. This album, released on September 29, 1997, marked Portishead's return after their acclaimed debut 'Dummy' from 1994. It solidified their position in the trip-hop genre as they explored darker themes and more complex soundscapes, showcasing their evolution as artists.
Who is Portishead for?
Portishead works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Portishead?
Portishead has 11 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cowboys 4:42
- 2 All Mine Standout 4:02
- 3 Undenied 4:24
- 4 Half Day Closing 3:47
- 5 Over Standout 4:00
- 6 Humming 6:04
- 7 Mourning Air 4:15
- 8 Seven Months 4:18
- 9 Only You 5:02
- 10 Elysium 5:56
- 11 Western Eyes Standout 3:59
Release Date
September 29, 1997
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
50 min 34 sec
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