BLUR

BLUR
13 (1999)
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Of their two post-Britpop albums, their self-titled fifth album is looked upon as a near-classic, while this one is seen as a step too far. From this chair, I can't see why. I personally find "Blur" too disjointed with too many weak spots (although I'll qualify that- it is Blur, which of course makes it awesome anyway). This album, however, goes all out with a personal honesty previously unseen in their work. In fact, I think it was this album that really rendered the whole Blur-Oasis pissing contest useless, since Blur was clearly the superior band. I think the problem a lot of people have is that it takes several listens to really see beyond the production, but it's a beautiful sight once you do. While there are undoubtedly highlights with individual songs, this is best listened to when you can absorb the album as a whole, and you will not be disappointed.

1. Tender
2. Bugman
3. Coffee & Tv
4. Swamp Song
5. 1992
6. B.L.U.R.E.M.I.
7. Battle
8. Mellow Song
9. Trailerpark
10. Caramel
11. Trimm Trabb
12. No Distance Left To Run
13. Optigan 1