The Magnetic Fields stand as a quintessential example of innovation within the indie pop and synth-pop realms, primarily steered by the creative genius of singer-songwriter Stephin Merritt. Merritt, known for his distinctive baritone voice and incisive wit, has been the band's driving force since its formation in Boston in 1991. The band's eclectic sound palette, which adeptly fuses synthesizers with traditional instruments and an array of unusual sound sources, is matched by Merritt's lyrical prowess that ranges from the poignant to the bitterly sarcastic.

Over the years, The Magnetic Fields have built a prolific and influential discography that spans synth-pop, acoustic folk, and experimental noise pop. Among their most celebrated works is "69 Love Songs" (1999), a sprawling three-volume set that showcases Merritt's songwriting at its most ambitious and demonstrates the band's ability to explore the theme of love across a dizzying array of styles. Following this, albums like "i" (2004), "Distortion" (2008), and "Realism" (2010) furthered their reputation for genre-blurring creativity. The release of "50 Song Memoir" in 2017, a monumental project where Merritt penned one song for each year of his life, solidified his status as one of the most uniquely talented and prolific songwriters of his generation. Through their evolving sound and unbound creativity, The Magnetic Fields continue to leave an indelible mark on the alternative music landscape.

Genres

Alternative Rock

Chamber Pop

Lo-fi

Melancholia

Metropopolis

Permanent Wave

Tape Club

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The Magnetic Fields

Album - 28 Tracks - Released May 15, 2020