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The Troubled Sleep of Piano Magic

Piano Magic · 2003

54 min · 10 tracks · indie rock ยท post-rock ยท dark wave

Ethereal melodies merge with haunting vocals, crafting a spectral soundscape that blurs the lines between dream and reality.

The Troubled Sleep of Piano Magic is an album by Piano Magic, released in 2003. Ethereal melodies merge with haunting vocals, crafting a spectral soundscape that blurs the lines between dream and reality. The album received positive reviews from various music publications, reinforcing Piano Magic's reputation within the indie and post-rock genres. It is regarded for its introspective lyrics and atmospheric compositions, influencing subsequent artists in the dark wave scene and contributing to the growing recognition of indietronica during the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Troubled Sleep of Piano Magic sound like?

Ethereal melodies merge with haunting vocals, crafting a spectral soundscape that blurs the lines between dream and reality. Rooted in indie rock and post-rock.

What makes The Troubled Sleep of Piano Magic by Piano Magic notable?

The album received positive reviews from various music publications, reinforcing Piano Magic's reputation within the indie and post-rock genres. It is regarded for its introspective lyrics and atmospheric compositions, influencing subsequent artists in the dark wave scene and contributing to the growing recognition of indietronica during the early 2000s. By the time 'The Troubled Sleep of Piano Magic' was released in December 2003, Piano Magic had already established themselves as a significant figure in the dark wave and indie rock scenes. This album was their fifth studio release, following the critically acclaimed 'Savage Poetry', and marked a continued evolution in their sound towards more intricate arrangements and emotional depth.

How many songs are on The Troubled Sleep of Piano Magic?

The Troubled Sleep of Piano Magic has 10 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·54:30

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Saint Marie 5:40
  • 2 The Unwritten Law 3:21
  • 3 Speed the Road, Rush the Lights Standout 7:44
  • 4 Help Me Warm This Frozen Heart Standout 4:32
  • 5 I Am the Teacher's Son 6:30
  • 6 The End of a Dark, Tired Year 5:01
  • 7 The Tollbooth Martyrs 5:18
  • 8 When I'm Done, This Night Will Fear Me Standout 5:06
  • 9 Luxembourg Gardens 7:28
  • 10 Comets 3:46

Release Date

December 15, 2003

Genre

dark wave, indie rock, post-rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

54 min 30 sec