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 01. "The Colour Of Spring" 02. "The Watershed" 03. "Inside Looking Out" 04. "The Gift" 05. "A Life (1895 - 1915)" 06. "Westward Bound" 07. "The Daily Planet" 08. "A New Jerusalem"
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1998 Solo Debut From "talk Talk" Lead Singer |
| | Description: | The only solo album by former Talk Talk frontman Mark Hollis, released January 1998. Despite being released as a solo album by Hollis, it was originally intended to be credited to Talk Talk, under the name â??Mountains of the Moonâ??. - 1998 SOLO DEBUT FROM "TALK TALK" LEAD SINGER1998 solo album from the former leader of Talk Talk. Seven years after Talk Talk's final record, Laughing Stock, Mark Hollis completed this self-titled solo album, to date the last thing he has put out. Where his previous band's music started as hard Synth pop and disintegrated into abstraction, Mark Hollis begins with silence, a full 20 seconds of room ambience. That breaks into compositions sprinkled with woodwinds and acoustic guitars, spread delicate and cerebral like Ulysses written on parchment paper.On rear:
?1998 Polydor Ltd. (UK) ©1998 Polydor Ltd. (UK). A PolyGram Company.
The copyright in this sound recording is owned by Polydor Ltd. (UK). A PolyGram Company.
On CD:
?1997 Polydor Ltd. (UK) ©1997 Polydor Ltd. (UK). A PolyGram Company.
Released in a standard jewel case with six-page fold-out booklet and small cover sticker stating 'Formerly of [a=Talk Talk]. 537 688-2'."Mark Hollis" is a deeply introspective and minimalist solo album by Hollis, Mark, presented here in the classic CD format by Polydor. Known for its quiet intensity, delicate acoustic arrangements, and spacious production, the album offers a meditative listening experience that rewards close attention. Sparse instrumentation, organic recording techniques, and a strong emphasis on dynamics create an intimate sound world in which every note feels intentional. This CD edition captures the album's subtle tonal colors, making it ideal for listeners who value emotional depth over volume and appreciate the space between the notes as much as the melodies themselves. As a physical format, the CD provides a durable, high-quality medium for the intricate nuances of the recording.
Hollis, Mark is widely recognized as a pioneering figure in art-rock and post-rock, admired for his uncompromising artistic vision and his ability to fuse pop songwriting with experimental soundscapes. His earlier work left a lasting mark on alternative music through a gradual evolution from chart-oriented songs toward more atmospheric and textural compositions. This solo work reflects his mature phase as an artist: restrained yet powerful, focused on mood, silence, and emotional authenticity rather than commercial trends. His influence can be traced in many later bands and producers who cite his approach to space, dynamics, and honesty in performance as a touchstone.
The CD release is handled by Polydor, a long-established and internationally respected record label with a broad catalog that spans different genres and decades. Polydor is known for supporting artists with distinctive musical identities and for maintaining high production standards in recording and mastering. The label has built a reputation for combining artistic credibility with wide distribution, making sure that albums like "Mark Hollis" remain accessible to discerning listeners around the world. With this release, Polydor underlines its commitment to timeless music that stands apart from short-lived trends, offering a carefully produced edition of a subtle and enduring work. | | | No. of tracks: |
8 |
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5376882 |
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