Radiohead - A Reminder / Meeting In The Aisle / Punchdrunk Lovesick Singalong /Pearly / Polyethylene.
Yes I know I've picked more than one but it would be unfair to highlight just one as they were all integral to my reason.
I was going through a difficult time - I was single, everyone else was dating, weekends were meaningless and the weeks and months were merging into one long, empty void. I can't really explain in all honesty why, but, these songs carried me through it. There's such an amazing atmosphere to the songs.
The beginning of 'A Reminder' always makes me think of a futuristic train station. We hear the muted sound of what could be an announcement just as the last train leaves. I pictured a lone figure waiting to be taken to somewhere, anywhere, just not here not realising that he's too late.
'Punchdrunk Lovesick Singalong' A lament for a love lost or a sonnet for one found? The first time that I truly understood the term 'tugs at your heartstrings'. Such a beautifully arranged song and highlighted Radiohead at their very, very best.
Faith No More - The Real Thing. I love the varying vocal styles in this song and think it lends real weight and meaning to it.
"It's like the pattern below the skin, you gotta reach it and pull it all in"
An almost desperate quality to his voice as if he's unable to fully explain the importance.
'Like the echoes of your childhood laughter," is almost whispered, conferring a secret that really shouldn't be.
I wish I had the skill and flair to describe the emotional effect of these songs, but sadly I don't.
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