Musical choice isn't subject to seasonal change, nor inherent quality sullied by weather-specific characteristics. Clearly, however, there is something in the mood and atmosphere of a song that can make it more affecting in certain surroundings. For example, despite Unknown Pleasures being released in June, Joy Division's empty space-evoking music and Ian Curtis's despondant lyrics work best in the cold surroundings of winter: the clouds of condensation in the air correspond perfectly with the frostiness of Hannet's production on the album. Other seasons have different musical characteristics to my mind.
Since autumn is rapidly appearing in Ireland I've decided to theme this post around songs that evoke that season best for me. Of course these choices are purely subjective and may mean different things to different people, but for me they brilliantly encapsulate the atmosphere of sylvan autumn.
Vashti Bunyan - Hidden
Nick Drake - The Thoughts of Mary Jane
Linda Perhacs - Chimacum Rain
The Coral - Secret Kiss
The Stone Roses - Waterfall
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