The Virgin Suicides
Air · 2000
40 min · 13 tracks · electronica
Ethereal soundscapes blend dreamy melodies with a haunting sense of nostalgia and melancholy.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 2000, 'The Virgin Suicides' was Air's second studio album, following their acclaimed debut, 'Moon Safari'. This soundtrack marked their transition to film scoring, showcasing their ability to create atmospheric compositions that complement visual narratives.
- If you like
- electronica
- What next
- 10 000 Hz Legend — Continues the ethereal soundscapes with a more experimental edge.
The Virgin Suicides is an album by Air, released in 2000. Ethereal soundscapes blend dreamy melodies with a haunting sense of nostalgia and melancholy. 'The Virgin Suicides' received critical acclaim for its distinctive sound, influencing the post-rock genre and cementing Air's status as pioneers in electronica. The album's ambient nature and connection to Sofia Coppola's film contributed to a resurgence of interest in film soundtracks in the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Virgin Suicides sound like?
Ethereal soundscapes blend dreamy melodies with a haunting sense of nostalgia and melancholy. Rooted in electronica. Start with "Playground Love".
Is The Virgin Suicides a good place to start with Air?
Yes, The Virgin Suicides is recommended as a starting point for new Air listeners. Ethereal soundscapes blend dreamy melodies with a haunting sense of nostalgia and melancholy. Released in 2000, 'The Virgin Suicides' was Air's second studio album, following their acclaimed debut, 'Moon Safari'. This soundtrack marked their transition to film scoring, showcasing their ability to create atmospheric compositions that complement visual narratives.
Who is The Virgin Suicides for?
The Virgin Suicides works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, layered, dense sonic textures and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on The Virgin Suicides?
The Virgin Suicides has 13 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Playground Love.
- 1 Playground Love Start here 3:32
- 2 Clouds Up 1:30
- 3 Bathroom Girl 2:25
- 4 Cemetary Party Standout 2:36
- 5 Dark Messages 2:28
- 6 The Word ‘Hurricane’ 2:33
- 7 Dirty Trip 6:12
- 8 Highschool Lover (Theme From The Virgin Suicides) Standout 2:42
- 9 Afternoon Sister 2:24
- 10 Ghost Song 2:16
- 11 Empty House 2:58
- 12 Dead Bodies 2:59
- 13 Suicide Underground 5:52
Release Date
February 23, 2000
Artist Origin
France
Runtime
40 min 31 sec
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