Lycanthropy

1. Prelude

2. Wolf Song

3. Bloodbeat

4. To the Lighthouse

5. Pigeon Song

6. Dont Say No

7. Childcatcher

8. Demolition

9. London

10. Paris

11. Peter Pan

12. Boy Like Me

13. Lycanthropy

14. Epilogue

Lycanthropy,Patrick Wolf,Tomlab,Indie Rock,Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop,Singer/Songwriter

Lycanthropy

Average customer rating:

Heartfelt music from an incredibly talented musician
This is just plain original..
Gypsy Rock in the Enchanted Jazz Lounge
Absolutely stunning musical creation from Wolf!
Best Album of '04...so far.

Lycanthropy
Patrick Wolf
Manufacturer: Tomlab
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music

Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music

Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music

Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music

General | Rock | Styles | Music
Similar Items:

Wind in the Wires
The Magic Position
Tristan
Libertine
The Good, the Bad & the Queen

ASIN: B00020HB1O
Release Date: 2004-04-20

Tracks:

Prelude
Wolf Song
Bloodbeat
To the Lighthouse
Pigeon Song
Dont Say No
Childcatcher
Demolition
London
Paris
Peter Pan
Boy Like Me
Lycanthropy
Epilogue

Customer Reviews:

Heartfelt music from an incredibly talented musician.......2006-03-18

Patrick Wolf is, in my opinion, one of the most talented, imaginative, and original artists in today's world. He produced this album and "Wind in the Wires" almost completely on his own, and he plays all the multiple instruments featured--his collection includes piano, violin, accordian, viola, recorder, ukulele, guitar, organ, clavichord, and many other instruments, including electronic ones such as the theremin. As well, his songwriting is astounding; the lyrics are poetic and moving, with depth that is lacking in the music so many other contemporary artists make.

I recommend that everyone buy this album and listen to it carefully, repeatedly, to fully appreciate all the passion and intensity evident in Patrick Wolf's music. Then, I urge everyone to buy "Wind in the Wires", Patrick's stunning second album. His music will leave a definite impression, I can guarantee.

This is just plain original.........2005-03-18

If you want me to describe this artist in one word I'd say original. This guy is only a bit over 20 years and already so talented. Mixing Electronica, Folk, Funk, Classic and so many other genres, it's simply amazing. It starts with some nice samples on the Prelude (howling wolves and stuff) and ends as nice as it started with Epilogue. If I had to pick 3 songs out of it, it would be London, Don't Say No and Bloodbeat. The only song I don't really like on it is Peter Pan, but besides that it's pure brilliance for a guy as young as this.

Gypsy Rock in the Enchanted Jazz Lounge.......2004-09-30

Patrick Wolf kind of looks like a run-away gypsy on the album cover. And I think that fits him perfectly. Wolf's debut album, Lycanthropy, certainly manifests such a fantastic image ...

Combining acoustic instruments with hints of electronica and his darringly deep voice, Patrick sings about the mental safe havens that we create for else and the constant transformations a person goes through. Stuck somewhere between child and adult, boy and wolf, tranquility and disruption, Patrick's ballads are awe-inspiring and almost spiritual. He calls out for the protection and spritual guidance of the wolves in "Wolf Song", escapes violent raids on his home in "To the Lighthouse", confronts a child molester in "The Childcatcher" and even equalizes the two genders in "Lycanthropy". Patrick is not your typical annoyingly love-sick singer/songwriter, but a masterful bard who documents his own personal journeys and transformations in the guise of werewolves and other childhood fantasies.

The music is again, nontraditional - sounds like a bunch of gyspies congregated with earthy fiddles, accordians and ukeles while allowing Bjork to mix it all up with some amazing back beats and vibes. The song "Bloodbeat" is a perfect example of the multiplicity of the album - while one can hear the dark tones of the lyrics and appreciate the acoustics, the mixing make it almost perfect for a hippie danceclub. If you are a fan of folk music, you'll appreciate the variety of instruments and the complexity of Patrick's lyrics.

I guess this is another gold star for the U.K.. If you're a fan of such underestimated British Bands like The Auteurs and Black Box Recorder, then you'll love this album.

Absolutely stunning musical creation from Wolf!.......2004-06-23

I had read a short review on albums, and one mentioned was this one. It had received 5 stars and intrigued me to look into it due to my interest in odd electronica styles of music. The moment I got it and began listening to it, I knew immediately that it deserved all 5 of those stars that it had originally received. Now I have the chance to pass on the wonderful glory of 5 stars in a review.

I agree with both of the previous reviewers in all their comments. It is truly a shame that more people don't know about Wolf, and now I will make a strong effort to educate people on his fascinating style. The musical creations that Wolf has formed by using many types of various unusual instruments is both soothing and relaxing yet also full of energy and has the ability to fulfill. His voice in all of the tracks fits perfectly and is strong yet emphatic. I can't accentuate enough how wonderful of a CD this is. All that I can say is to go out and pick up a copy now and listen to it yourself and you'll be able to understand why the rest of us agree that he is worth all 5 stars.

Best Album of '04...so far........2004-06-18

Finding this album, was probably the best find of music I have made, since getting into the independent music scene. The previous reviewer could not put into words what type of music Patrick Wolf is producing, and I don't think I could do that either, but I can try and give you all an idea.

Patrick wolf implements electronics with organic instruments such as violin and ukelele, and pulls it off perfectly. If there was one artist I would compare him to, is Bjork, sounding similar to Bjork in the fact(s) that he has a very strong voice, and makes sounds uncommon to the human ear that sound very musical.