Blur, a British rock band formed in the year 1988, surprises their fans and listeners with a new album The Ballad of Darren. This is their ninth album in their entire discography but only the third to be released after the 2000s. Blur’s latest drop keeps the hope alive for many supporters that the British rock band will be around for much longer to continue making music.
Nostalgic As It Gets
It has been almost eight years since Blur has unveiled something fresh. And every single time they release something new, they continue to evolve with their musical style. The Ballad of Darren is filled with tracks evoking nostalgia and Blur’s past musical glories.
Blur has always been a beacon in the British rock music industry, given their versatility. The Ballad of Darren combines elements of British pop and rock, alternative rock, art rock, and even indie music. It is an album packed with songs of pretty tunes, a harmony of energetic guitar strums, explosive drumbeats, and booming bass lines.
Sentimental Overthinking
“I just looked into my life/ And all I saw was that you’re not coming back,” is a line in the opening track “The Ballad”.
The ten songs included in The Ballad of Darren are all written with bittersweet and resigned lyrics. Whether it is moving on from someone, grieving the death of a loved one, or longing for a disconnected friend—Blur has it all covered with this album.
Not The Same Blur
It is without a doubt that Blur has become more personal with this new album. The Ballad of Darren showcases their deepest, most inner thoughts, especially now that they are in their mid-lives. Nonetheless, the album is still well-loved and well-recognized.