Songs from the Labyrinth
Sting · 2006
48 min · 23 tracks · jazz · new wave · reggae
A haunting blend of Elizabethan themes and contemporary interpretation, rich in emotion and lyrical depth.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- introspective late-night reflections haunting emotional storytelling subtle, delicate sonic landscapes
- Context
- Released in 2006, 'Songs from the Labyrinth' marked Sting's artistic exploration into the works of John Dowland, showcasing a significant shift from his pop-rock roots. This album followed his 2003 release 'Sacred Love,' highlighting Sting's continued evolution as an artist willing to delve into classical influences.
- If you like
- jazz, new wave, reggae
Songs from the Labyrinth is an album by Sting, released in 2006. A haunting blend of Elizabethan themes and contemporary interpretation, rich in emotion and lyrical depth. This album received critical acclaim, particularly for its innovative approach to early music, and showcased Sting’s versatility beyond mainstream pop. It debuted at number one on the Billboard Classical Crossover chart, reflecting a growing interest in cross-genre experimentation during the mid-2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Songs from the Labyrinth sound like?
A haunting blend of Elizabethan themes and contemporary interpretation, rich in emotion and lyrical depth. Rooted in jazz and new wave.
What makes Songs from the Labyrinth by Sting notable?
This album received critical acclaim, particularly for its innovative approach to early music, and showcased Sting’s versatility beyond mainstream pop. It debuted at number one on the Billboard Classical Crossover chart, reflecting a growing interest in cross-genre experimentation during the mid-2000s. Released in 2006, 'Songs from the Labyrinth' marked Sting's artistic exploration into the works of John Dowland, showcasing a significant shift from his pop-rock roots. This album followed his 2003 release 'Sacred Love,' highlighting Sting's continued evolution as an artist willing to delve into classical influences.
Who is Songs from the Labyrinth for?
Songs from the Labyrinth works well if you're into introspective late-night reflections, haunting emotional storytelling and subtle, delicate sonic landscapes.
How many songs are on Songs from the Labyrinth?
Songs from the Labyrinth has 23 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Walsingham 0:38
- 2 Can She Excuse My Wrongs? 2:35
- 3 “Ryght Honorable…” 0:40
- 4 Flow My Tears (Lachrimae) Standout 4:42
- 5 Have You Seen the Bright Lily Grow 2:35
- 6 “…Then in Time Passing on…” 0:32
- 7 The Battle Galliard 3:01
- 8 The Lowest Trees Have Tops 2:16
- 9 “…And Accordinge as I Desired Ther Cam a Letter…” 0:55
- 10 Fine Knacks for Ladies 1:50
- 11 “…From Thenc I Went to the Landgrave of Hessen…” 0:24
- 12 Fantasy 2:42
- 13 Come, Heavy Sleep Standout 3:45
- 14 Forlorn Hope Fancy 3:07
- 15 “…And From Thence I Had Great Desire to See Italy…” 0:28
- 16 Come Again 2:56
- 17 Wilt Thou Unkind Thus Reave Me 2:40
- 18 “…After My Departure I Caled to Mynde…” 0:29
- 19 Weep You No More, Sad Fountains Standout 2:38
- 20 My Lord Willoughby’s Welcome Home 1:34
- 21 Clear or Cloudy 2:47
- 22 “…Men Say That the Kinge of Spain…” 1:01
- 23 In Darkness Let Me Dwell 4:12
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