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Forever Breathes the Lonely Word

by Felt

Released: September 05, 1986

Jangle pop, indie pop

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Genre Shift.

The Album

It marked a departure for the band, being their first album without any instrumental tracks. "Forever Breathes the Lonely Word" is the sixth album by English alternative rock band Felt, released in September 1986. The cover photo prominently features keyboardist Martin Duffy.

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The album is characterized by the prominent use…

The album is characterized by the prominent use of Duffy's organ alongside two guitars, occasionally played by band leader Lawrence.

The organ takes a leading role in the…

The organ takes a leading role in the mix, contributing to a distinctive new sound for Felt.

In a 2011 NME feature, Hamish MacBain praised…

In a 2011 NME feature, Hamish MacBain praised it as "the first truly classic Creation album," highlighting its significance within the context of the band's discography and its impact on the indie music scene of the time.

"Forever Breathes the Lonely Word" stands as a…

"Forever Breathes the Lonely Word" stands as a pivotal record that showcases Felt at their creative peak, blending melodic sensibility with a unique sonic approach.

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Reception

Critically acclaimed, the album has been described as a masterpiece by Lawrence.

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The Complete Album Story

"Forever Breathes the Lonely Word" is the sixth album by English alternative rock band Felt, released in September 1986. It marked a departure for the band, being their first album without any instrumental tracks. The cover photo prominently features keyboardist Martin Duffy.

The album is characterized by the prominent use of Duffy's organ alongside two guitars, occasionally played by band leader Lawrence. The organ takes a leading role in the mix, contributing to a distinctive new sound for Felt.

Critically acclaimed, the album has been described as a masterpiece by Lawrence. In a 2011 NME feature, Hamish MacBain praised it as "the first truly classic Creation album," highlighting its significance within the context of the band's discography and its impact on the indie music scene of the time. "Forever Breathes the Lonely Word" stands as a pivotal record that showcases Felt at their creative peak, blending melodic sensibility with a unique sonic approach.