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The Magnetic Fields

The Magnetic Fields - A Musical Journey through Stephin Merritt's Brilliant Mind
There are some artists that completely change the way we perceive and experience music. For me, one of those artists is The Magnetic Fields. With the brilliant mind of Stephin Merritt as the driving force, the band has managed to create a unique sound that has left its mark in the music industry. Today, I will take you on a musical journey through The Magnetic Fields' biography, best songs, music genre, famous concerts, and a critic. Get ready to discover one of the most creative and fascinating bands of our time.
Stephin Merritt formed The Magnetic Fields in 1989, and since then, the band has released thirteen studio albums. Merritt is not only the lead vocalist, but he also plays various instruments such as the guitar, bass, and ukulele. The band's style is difficult to categorize, as they have experimented with a wide range of genres throughout the years. Nevertheless, one of the most distinctive elements of their sound is the heavy use of synthesizers and the poetic lyrics that Merritt writes.
One of the most successful albums of The Magnetic Fields is 69 Love Songs, a three-disc set that includes, as the title suggests, 69 love songs, each with different themes, instruments, and moods. The album received critical acclaim and has been considered one of the most important albums of the 90s. Songs like The Book Of Love, I Don't Want To Get Over You, and All My Little Words are still fan favorites and have been covered by various artists.
Merritt is known for his dry humor and his bitter-sweet lyrical content, which can go from romantic to cynical in just a few lines. However, even though some of his songs can be melancholic, they always have a wit and intelligence to them. That's one of the reasons why The Magnetic Fields have amassed a cult following among music listeners who appreciate unconventional lyrics and bold experimentation.
Apart from the music, The Magnetic Fields have been involved in some noteworthy concerts. One of them was the performance of their album 50 Song Memoir, where they played fifty songs in fifty nights, each song representing a year of Merritt's life. The album tells Merritt's story in an autobiographical way, and the show was a multimedia extravaganza that included videos, pictures, and anecdotes.
A critic of The Magnetic Fields could say that their experimentation sometimes leads to a lack of coherence in their albums, and that Merritt's voice may not be for everyone. However, that's also what makes them so fascinating. They take risks, they defy conventions, and they create music that challenges us and makes us look at the world in a different way. If you're not afraid of venturing into uncharted musical territories, The Magnetic Fields are a band that will not disappoint you.
The Magnetic Fields are not a band that can be easily pigeonholed or ignored. With their eclectic mix of genres, brilliant lyrics, and distinctive style, they have managed to create a legacy that will endure throughout the years. Whether you're a fan of indie pop, synth-pop, or just great lyrical content, The Magnetic Fields are a band that you need to have in your playlist. Thank you for joining me on this musical journey, and I hope you have discovered something new and exciting about this incredible band!

LISTEN THE BEST THE MAGNETIC FIELDS SONGS IN STREAMING

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2024-03-22 h: 09:00
Mass MoCA
Springfield, US
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SONGS OF THE MAGNETIC FIELDS - THE BEST SONGS OF THE ARTIST
1 - All My Little Words
2 - A Chicken With Its Head Cut Off
3 - Absolutely Cuckoo
4 - I Don't Believe In The Sun
5 - Let's Pretend We're Bunny Rabbits
6 - The Luckiest Guy On The Lower East Side
7 - I Think I Need A New Heart
8 - Come Back From San Francisco
9 - How Fucking Romantic
10 - The Cactus Where Your Heart Should Be
11 - The One You Really Love
12 - A Pretty Girl Is Like...
13 - Epitaph For My Heart
14 - Nothing Matters When We're Dancing
15 - Boa Constrictor
16 - Punk Love
17 - Parades Go By
18 - My Sentimental Melody
19 - Abigail, Belle Of Kilronan
20 - When My Boy Walks Down The Street
21 - Washington, D.c.
22 - California Girls
23 - You Must Be Out Of Your Mind
24 - Promises Of Eternity
25 - (crazy For You But) Not That Crazy
26 - Underwear
27 - Very Funny
28 - If You Don't Cry
29 - My Only Friend
30 - Love Is Like Jazz
31 - Time Enough For Rocking When We're Old
32 - Kiss Me Like You Mean It
33 - Wi' Nae Wee Bairn Ye'll Me Beget
34 - Busby Berkeley Dreams
35 - Yeah! Oh, Yeah!
36 - I'm Sorry I Love You
37 - If You Don't Cry
38 - I Don't Believe You
39 - Grand Canyon
40 - Sweet-lovin' Man
41 - No One Will Ever Love You
42 - Papa Was A Rodeo
43 - Strange Powers
44 - Asleep And Dreaming
45 - Long-forgotten Fairytale
46 - The Things We Did And Didn't Do
47 - Reno Dakota
48 - Fido, Your Leash Is Too Long
49 - Let's Pretend We're Bunny Rabbits
50 - I Don't Believe In The Sun
51 - I Don't Want To Get Over You
52 - The Book Of Love
53 - Take Ecstasy With Me

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2024-03-22 h: 09:00
Mass MoCA
Springfield, US
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2024-03-23 h: 09:00
Mass MoCA
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2024-03-24 h: 20:00
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Boston / Cambridge, US
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2024-03-25 h: 20:00
Roadrunner
Boston / Cambridge, US
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2024-04-03 h: 20:00
Town Hall
New York (NYC), US
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Town Hall
New York (NYC), US
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Town Hall
New York (NYC), US
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New York (NYC), US
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Town Hall
New York (NYC), US
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2024-04-11 h: 20:00
Town Hall
New York (NYC), US
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Town Hall
New York (NYC), US
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Town Hall
New York (NYC), US
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2024-04-17 h: 20:30
Thalia Hall
Chicago, US
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2024-04-18 h: 20:30
Thalia Hall
Chicago, US
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2024-04-19 h: 20:30
Thalia Hall
Chicago, US
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Thalia Hall
Chicago, US
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2024-04-23 h: 20:00
The United Theater on Broadway
Los Angeles (LA), US
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The United Theater on Broadway
Los Angeles (LA), US
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2024-04-26 h: 19:30
Curran Theatre
SF Bay Area, US
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2024-04-27 h: 19:30
Curran Theatre
SF Bay Area, US
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2024-04-28 h: 19:30
Curran Theatre
SF Bay Area, US
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2024-04-29 h: 19:30
Curran Theatre
SF Bay Area, US
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2024-05-29 h: 20:00
Carolina Theatre
Durham, US
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2024-05-30 h: 20:00
Carolina Theatre
Durham, US
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2024-06-01 h: 20:00
Variety Playhouse
Atlanta, US
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2024-06-02 h: 20:00
Variety Playhouse
Atlanta, US
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2024-08-21 h: 20:00
Vicar Street
Dublin, Ireland
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2024-08-22 h: 20:00
Vicar Street
Dublin, Ireland
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2024-08-28 h: 19:00
Albert Hall
Manchester, UK
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2024-08-29 h: 19:00
Albert Hall
Manchester, UK
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2024-08-31 h: 19:30
Barbican Centre
London, UK
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2024-09-01 h: 19:30
Barbican Centre
London, UK
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2024-09-04 h: 19:00
Paral·lel 62
Barcelona, Spain
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2024-09-11 h: 20:00
TivoliVredenburg
Utrecht, Netherlands
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2024-09-11
TivoliVredenburg Hertz
Utrecht, Netherlands
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2024-09-12 h: 20:00
TivoliVredenburg
Utrecht, Netherlands
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Utrecht, Netherlands
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Nya Cirkus
Stockholm, Sweden
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Nya Cirkus
Stockholm, Sweden
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Bremen Teater
Copenhagen, Denmark
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Bremen Teater
Copenhagen, Denmark
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2024-10-19 h: 20:00
Lincoln Theatre
Washington, US
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Lincoln Theatre
Washington, US
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2024-10-26 h: 20:00
Boulder Theater
Denver, US
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2024-10-27 h: 19:00
Boulder Theater
Denver, US
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2024-10-29 h: 20:00
Revolution Hall
Portland, US
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2024-10-30 h: 20:00
Revolution Hall
Portland, US
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2024-11-01 h: 20:00
Neptune Theatre
Seattle, US
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2024-11-02 h: 20:00
Neptune Theatre
Seattle, US
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