Album Info
| Artist: | Slowdive |
| Album: | Pygmalion |
| Released: | Europe, 6 Dec 2012 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Rutti | 10:05 |
| A2 | Crazy For You | 6:01 |
| A3 | Miranda | 4:49 |
| Lyrics By - R Goswell | ||
| A4 | Trellisaze | 6:22 |
| B1 | Cello | 1:42 |
| B2 | J's Heaven | 6:47 |
| B3 | Visions Of LA | 1:48 |
| Lyrics By - R Goswell | ||
| B4 | Blue Skied An' Clear | 6:54 |
| B5 | All Of Us | 4:07 |
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Description
"Pygmalion" by Slowdive, released in 1995, marks a significant departure from the band's earlier shoegaze sound, delving into more ambient and experimental territories. As Slowdive's third and final album before their initial disbandment, "Pygmalion" showcases a minimalist approach, with sparse instrumentation, ethereal soundscapes, and a focus on mood and texture. The album's introspective and abstract nature was a bold move that initially puzzled some fans and critics but has since been recognized as a forward-thinking work that prefigured developments in post-rock and ambient music.
"Rutti," the opening track, sets the tone for the album with its gentle, looping guitar figures and subtle electronic flourishes. The song's immersive and hypnotic quality demonstrates Slowdive's shift towards creating music that envelops the listener in a cocoon of sound, moving away from traditional song structures in favor of more expansive sonic explorations.
"Crazy for You" further exemplifies the album's introspective mood, with its delicate guitar work and Rachel Goswell's ethereal vocals. The track's understated beauty and emotional depth highlight Slowdive's ability to convey profound feelings through minimalistic arrangements, making it one of the album's standout moments.
"Blue Skied An' Clear" continues the album's exploration of ambient textures, with a focus on atmospheric sounds and the interplay of light and shadow. The track's dreamlike quality and subtle melodic motifs create a sense of calm and introspection, showcasing the band's mastery of mood and ambiance.
"All of Us," the album's closing track, encapsulates the essence of "Pygmalion" with its serene soundscapes and meditative pace. The song's sparse arrangement and the sense of space within the music serve as a fitting conclusion to an album that invites the listener to explore their inner landscape.
The production of "Pygmalion," led by the band and co-producer Chris Hufford, is characterized by its restraint and attention to detail. The use of reverb, looping, and electronic processing adds depth and texture to the music, allowing the sparse arrangements to resonate with a profound sense of emotion and beauty.
In conclusion, "Pygmalion" stands as a daring and visionary work that pushed the boundaries of Slowdive's sound and the shoegaze genre as a whole. The album's ambient and experimental approach, combined with its emotional resonance, has led to a reevaluation of its significance in the years following its release. "Pygmalion" is now regarded as a seminal album that foreshadowed trends in ambient and post-rock music, cementing Slowdive's legacy as pioneers of the shoegaze movement.
