Dust

Peter Murphy

Product Details

• Audio CD (April 23, 2002)
• Original Release Date: April 23, 2002
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Metropolis Records
• ASIN: B000063IV4
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #110,887 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Editorial Reviews

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On Dust, his second album for the goth-industrial Metropolis label, Peter Murphy continues his foray into elegant guitar lines and delicate electronics, while adding shades of Middle Eastern melodies and rhythms that only add to the music's exotic flair. Murphy's post-Bauhaus solo releases, which have included some interesting music, have displayed an admirable willingness to experiment. That he has managed to do so without sounding pretentious or contrived (or alienating the fans who have been with him since the Bauhaus days) is a testament to the man's resilience over his 20-year career. Though the album isn't exactly a reinvention of his sound, the freshness and appeal of Dust can be found in the dark melodies of tracks like "Things to Remember," as well as the layered instrumental work on "Fake Sparkle or Golden Dust." As an added bonus, there's a new version of "Subway," originally from Murphy's 1995 release, Cascade. This one features a real violin and some other sweet extras, making it a worthy inclusion. --Genevieve Williams

Product Description

2002 release from ex-bauhaus member/vocalist.

Customer Reviews

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Peak of Murphy's Evolution, November 18, 2003

By	"richardc766" (NYC) - See all my reviews

Peter Murphy's album "Dust" is what I consider to be the peak of his progressive evolution. We have all heard elements of this "sound" in his earlier albums, but with DUST, he goes all out, and does an absolutely phenomenal job with it. Songs such as "No Home Without its Sire," "Just for Love," "Jungle Haze" with the brilliant bongo set towards the close. And of course, the beautifully rendered version of two old songs, "My Last Two Weeks" and "Subway" which has a little extra (Epilogue) not included in the original; you simply can't go wrong with this meditative, Middle Eastern sound supporting the elegant and strong voice of Peter Murphy - you simply cannot go wrong!

It is no doubt my favorite Murphy album. His lyrics are deep, overlaying a subtle Middle Eastern flare that converges with one another in a way I could've never expected when I bought the album. Innovative, creative, musically enhanced and collaborated with Murphy's metaphoric and consistently poetic, thought-provoking lyrics, along with his voice, which may I add has developed over the years into a weapon in itself; just listen to the opening lyric-only song "Cool Cool Breeze" on "Just for Love Live" and you will understand the heightened status of this man's voice, from Bauhaus in 79 to Dust in 2002. What more can I say: absolutely brilliant, better than any other!

Richard C Williams
Yes, I invite feedback from other Murphy fans or those who disagree with my opinion; always up for a debate.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Different, but, hey, it's good!, April 25, 2002

By	David J. Shepherd (Orem, UT United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This album is a far cry from Murphy's earlier works, and the first time I listened I thought I'd made a poor purchase. Now, a few listens later, I can see it for what it is: a truly unique and well-crafted album. The songs are indeed a bit long, as has been mentioned in the other reviews. There is no resemblance to a pop or rock album in any way. The songs are, in essence, slow and meditative. Lyrically, they are deep and poetically pristine. This is not a radio friendly album, but it is an entirely spiritual, atmospheric set of pieces that is worthy of being there next to Peter's more commercial work. THINGS TO REMEMBER and JUNGLE HAZE are excellent gems, and FAKE SPARKLE OR GOLD DUST? isn't far behind. The re-makes of MY LAST TWO WEEKS and SUBWAY are well-done; sweetly nostalgic and experimentative at the same time. If you are expecting something along the lines of CASCADE or LOVE HYSTERIA (like I was) you'll be shocked (like I was!) Give it a chance, though. Lay down, turn the lights out, and let the music fill the dark. Contemplate the lyrics. You'll hear what I finally heard. I gave this album four out of five stars because one or two of the tracks kind of don't work as well as they could, but on the whole this is great stuff!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, May 2, 2002

By	Judith Camacho (Illinois) - See all my reviews

This album is honest and very real. I feel that in past Peter Murphy albums there have been some slight undertones of insecurity and dishonesty which is natural when a musician is growing, but this album rings true to me. I have heard people say that this album is cliche and world beat-ish, but anyone who sees this as simply another world beat album isn't listening and is perhaps afraid to let the music take them somewhere unknown. This isn't an album for just anyone, however. You must be ready to let yourself go and allow the rythm and his voice to take you on a journey through your soul. I would strongly recommend this album to anyone who is willing to be rocked in a major way. pick it up. You'll be happy you did. Peter always delivers.