Island

Current 93

Island

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Falling Meaning 4:25 2. The Dream of a Shadow of Smoke Meaning 5:24 3. Lament for My Suzanne Meaning 4:22 4. Fields of Rape (Sightless Return) Meaning 2:54 5. Passing Horses Meaning 4:29 6. Anyway, People Die Meaning 7:07 7. To Blackened Earth Meaning 4:17 8. Oh Merry-Go-Round Meaning 3:48 9. Crowleymass Unveiled Meaning 7:41 10. Paperback Honey Meaning 4:56 11. The Fall of Christopher Robin Meaning 4:55 12. Fields of Rape and Smoke Meaning 2:52 13. Merry-Go-Round and Around Meaning 3:49
Island is an album by Current 93 that blends elements of folk, industrial, and experimental music, showcasing David Tibet's unique lyrical style and thematic concerns. The album features haunting melodies, complex arrangements, and a diverse range of instrumentation, creating a rich soundscape that reflects both personal and mythological narratives. Over the years, Island has garnered a cult following and is considered a significant work within the neofolk genre, influencing numerous artists and leaving a lasting impact on the underground music scene.