The Magic Whip is the first Blur album since 2003's Think Tank, marking a significant reunion for the band. It is the first with guitarist Graham Coxon since 1999's 13, following his departure during the Think Tank sessions, and the first produced by Stephen Street since 1997's Blur. The album captures a moody, introspective tone, reflecting themes of alienation and wonder akin to Damon Albarn's solo work. While tracks like 'Ong Ong' and 'Lonesome Street' evoke earlier, playful Blur sounds, much of the record explores global tension and existential searching, as heard in songs like 'New World Towers', 'My Terracotta Heart', and 'Pyongyang'.
Album Information:
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Artist: Blur
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Format: Vinyl
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Genre: Rock, Alternative
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Label: WARNER
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Producer: Stephen Street
Track Listing:
- Lonesome Street
- New World Towers
- Go Out
- Ice Cream Man
- Thought I Was a Spaceman
- I Broadcast
- My Terracotta Heart
- There Are Too Many of Us
- Ghost Ship
- Pyongyang
- Ong Ong
- Left Out
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