Mute records goldfrapp watch the new short film for. A promotional trailer was released in june, but it had quietly flown past. There arent really any weak songs on tales of us once. On 20 january 2014, goldfrapp announced a oneoff screening of their thirtyminute film anthology tales of us, which was shown by arts alliance media in select theatres across the uk, europe, north america, australia and new zealand on the evening of 4 march. Anymore, systemagic, everything is never enough and ocean featuring dave gahan. Returning to the styles of their acclaimed felt mountain and seventh tree albums, goldfrapps sixth studio album is strikingly stripped down and cinematic, framing alisons jazzhushed poetry against sweeping. Save for goldfrapp s brilliant 2000 debut felt mountain, what really sold the duo as a bona fide classic act that will surely retain its place in the legendary canon of english music was their hits collection the singles. All tracks are written by alison goldfrapp and will gregory. Tales of us is the sixth studio album by english electronic music duo goldfrapp, released on 6. Details concerning goldfrapp s haunting, noirish sixth album tales of us were sparse at first. While tales of us is goldfrapp s most consistent album in terms of mood and sound, the duo still adds some variety. Mute records goldfrapp release tales of us deluxe edition. Includes 10 bonus tracks performed live at air studios arch popnoir duo goldfrapp present their first full body of work in some three years with the cinematic tales of us.
Listen to your favorite songs from tales of us by goldfrapp now. Goldfrapp s sixth studio album tales of us is a fine and mature piece of work, possibly their best. The album was recorded by alison goldfrapp and will. Goldfrapp channel david lynch on new album tales of us spin. Goldfrapps sixth album, tales of us was written and produced by band members alison goldfrapp and will gregory and was recorded at their studio in the english countryside. There arent really any weak songs on tales of us once you give over to its slow charms. Reviewed in the united kingdom on october 24, 2014. Ricky patel, robin van calcar, daniel ali, alex drane, ashley walker. Lyrics across a starless sky it cuts like tiny knives rain beating down rain beating down blunt uneasy glares theyve nothing on you or me yet nights have alone nights here are cursed theres. Jun 11, 20 news \ goldfrapp channel david lynch on new album tales of us u. Tales of us is a melancholic, yet often beautifully delivered narrative, its emotionally charged, intelligently written and thought provoking album from goldfrapp. With alyssa bell, laura donnelly, clemmie dugdale, alison goldfrapp. Inspired by goldfrapps latest album tales of us, released in september 20, goldfrapp. As we get into the festive season and the end of the year, we wanted to share a small gift with you all.
When alvar was played, the strings got more and more pronounced a frenzy, almost anarchic with their twists. I dont recall hearing a group of songs so bewitching, entrapping, with a depth to be discovered more and more with each listening. Mute records goldfrapp release tales of us deluxe edition out. Find goldfrapp discography, albums and singles on allmusic. Tales of us tour 20 2014 tales of us is the sixth concert tour from british band goldfrapp in support of their sixth studio album, tales of us, released in september 20. Number 1 is an electronicdance song performed by british group goldfrapp.
Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Will gregorys arrangements on tales are subtle but expansive throughout, often seemingly plain on the surface but they give up more information about themselves on repeated spins. Alison goldfrapp and lisa gunning have produced an emotive visual creation which accompanies tracks from the stunning album tales of us. Goldfrapp released their critically acclaimed sixth studio album, the folktronicainfluenced tales of us, in september 20. Alison goldfrapp and will gregorys sixth album trade the neon nostalgia of head firsts synth pop for a subtler, more complex sound that evokes felt mountains lushness and seventh trees acoustic confessions. Goldfrapp announce details of a very special tales of us deluxe edition, released. By far the duos most intimate and lavish recording to date, tales of us offers up a gateway into the mind of alison goldfrapp as she takes listeners to her innermost fears. Goldfrapp channel david lynch on new album tales of us. Tales of us synopsis tales of us is a unique cinema event marking the return of one of musics most breathtaking and critically acclaimed artists. The electro duo have confirmed that their sixth fulllength will be released in the u.
Despite comparisons to felt mountain and seventh tree, tales of us manages to be its own distinctive album, alvar for example sees goldfrapp moving into new territory, their. Goldfrapp announce details of a very special tales of us deluxe edition, released digitally on 30 june 2014 8 july in the us. Tales of us, an album by goldfrapp on spotify we and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. Buy goldfrapp s album titled tales of us to enjoy in your home or car, or gift it to. Internationally, tales of us reached the top ten in belgium, germany and switzerland, and the. Theres more to the goldfrapp resume than sparkly synthpop and fizzy electronics. Sep 10, 20 not quite a concept album, tales of us out today, september 10, is a further leap. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Watch the new short film for annabel, from tales of us out 910 sept. As of june 20, the album had sold 39,000 copies in the united states. Sep 12, 20 on their sixth album, goldfrapp come as close as they ever have to returning to the sound of 2000s felt mountain, the album that originally made them famous. With music streaming on deezer you can discover more than 56 million tracks, create your own playlists, and.
One of our favourite moments of the past few years was our performance at the royal albert hall in november 2014 where we had the incredible opportunity to perform tales of us accompanied by the london contemporary orchestra. It showed, simply, just how many great songs goldfrapp have made over the course of their almost 15year existence. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. Five stories, each one based on a song from the goldfrapp album tales of us.
Breathtakingly gorgeous even in its deepest melancholy, tales of us is an absolute diamond of an album. Tales of us is certainly nothing like 70esque electroglam of black cherry and supernature many goldfrapp fans are familiar with. Visit for the latest news, music, videos, tour dates and more. Tales of us deluxe edition by goldfrapp on amazon music. Goldfrapp are performing live around europe this summer for a series of festival. Alison goldfrapp released her video for the song laurel, the ultimate one for the tales of us. Hopefully shell be more fond of goldfrapp s next album, tales of us. Tales of us deluxe edition, an album by goldfrapp on spotify. My favorite goldfrapp album and one of my absolute favorite albums of all time. Tales of us is perhaps more cohesive and more mature but mature can be such an immature term regarding music. Sep 18, 20 by far the duos most intimate and lavish recording to date, tales of us offers up a gateway into the mind of alison goldfrapp as she takes listeners to her innermost fears. Produced in black and white it takes you on a journey of mystery, suspense and thought provoking short stories.
Tales of us sees goldfrapp operating between the stripped down folk of seventh tree and the moody electronics of felt mountain. Folk, dance, even triphop the duo are haveago musical heroes, with their efforts rewarded by varying degrees of success. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cooki. In the united states, head first debuted at number 45 on the billboard 200 with firstweek sales of 10,000 copies, becoming the duos highestpeaking album on the chart. Funnily enough, i thought clay was an incredibly happy closer for the album til i read it was based on a real love letter written by a gay soldier in wwii. Tales of us features a striking, 30minute filmic journey. Building each track as a narrative around a name, this album sees the band engaging in poetic storytelling, from the delicate jo to the quiet exploration of gender identity on annabel. Tales of us features a striking, 30minute filmic journey through five of the individual stories featured. Though it can sound on a casual first pass like a background muzak soundscape, repeat listening reveals the album to be a delicate mood piece with alisons subdued and breathy vocals delivered with a finesse matched by the sensitive and. Cd album tales of us cd bonus tracks vinyl album tales of us pressed on 180g vinyl in a gatefold sleeve with 24 poster dvd containing tales of us in 5. News added jun 11, 20 duo goldfrapp have announced on june 10 that their sixth album tales of us will be released on september the 9th through good record. The duo also sets some of the albums most unsettling tales to its most beautiful music.
Goldfrapp s latest creates a mesmerising fantasy soundworld all of its own, but the songs arent always up to scratch, writes dave simpson. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our cookie policy. Sep 12, 20 lyrics across a starless sky it cuts like tiny knives rain beating down rain beating down blunt uneasy glares theyve nothing on you or me yet nights have alone nights here are cursed theres. The song features a synthesizer and bass arrangement and was written about the importance and meaningfulness that somebody shares with another, despite that it might not.
Listen free to goldfrapp tales of us deluxe edition jo, annabel and more. Goldfrapp s seventh studio album silver eye, was released in march 2017, which produced four singles. Mar 25, 2014 tales of us is a unique cinema event marking the return of one of musics most breathtaking and critically acclaimed artists. And alison sings for her life throughout, remaining the rightful star. For the record, i adore both those albums as well ie, im no jaded felt mountain blowhard. Check out tales of us deluxe edition by goldfrapp on amazon music. The song was written and produced by alison goldfrapp and will gregory for the duos third album supernature 2005. Goldfrapp fans know to expect changes from album to album, but the switch in direction between head first and tales of us is one of the duos most drastic aboutfaces. Listen to your favorite songs from tales of us deluxe edition by goldfrapp now.
Returning to the styles of their acclaimed felt mountain and seventh tree albums, goldfrapp s sixth studio album is strikingly stripped down and cinematic, framing alisons jazzhushed poetry against. Not quite a concept album, tales of us out today, september 10, is a further leap. Jo is a lullaby filled with gunshots and a blood red moon, while an almost sobbing melody gives laurels sordid tale an added tragedy. The melodies, chord changes and intricate arrangements are breathtakingly gorgeous, as are allisons vocals. Thea is taken from the goldfrapp album tales of us.
Goldfrapp s sixth studio album, tales of us, was released in september 20, peaking at number four on the uk albums chart. Thea was released on 24 march 2014 as the first official single from the album. A sumptuous body of work, tales of us has been two years in the crafting and is their most narrative, cinematic and intimate recording so far. Goldfrapp strict machine at glastonbury 2014 duration. Buy a cd or vinyl record and get 90 days free amazon music unlimited with the purchase. Goldfrapp watch the new short film for annabel, from tales of us out 9 10 sept spellbinding q 4 goldfrapp reveal the latest in their series of beautiful short films that accompany their brand new album tales of us, which is released through mute on 9september 20 the film for annabel is available to view here. Goldfrapp released their seventh studio album, silver eye, in march. Listen free to goldfrapp tales of us jo, annabel and more. Sep 05, 20 goldfrapps latest creates a mesmerising fantasy soundworld all of its own, but the songs arent always up to scratch, writes dave simpson.