Battleship Potemkin (album)

Battleship Potemkin is the debut album by the British experimental rock band Rachel's. Released in 1996 on Quarterstick Records, the album is a song cycle inspired by Sergei Eisenstein's 1925 silent film of the same name, Battleship Potemkin.

The album is primarily instrumental, featuring a blend of classical instrumentation (cello, violin, piano) with rock elements (drums, guitar). The compositions aim to evoke the atmosphere and narrative arc of the film, reflecting themes of revolution, oppression, and collective action.

The album is divided into distinct movements, each representing a specific scene or event from the film. It is known for its dynamic range, shifting from delicate and melancholic passages to intense and powerful crescendos.

Battleship Potemkin is considered a significant work in the post-rock genre and helped to establish Rachel's as a prominent force in the independent music scene. It is notable for its ambitious scope, sophisticated arrangements, and emotional depth.