Panic (Caravan Palace album)
Panic is the fourth studio album by the French electro-swing band Caravan Palace, released on March 1, 2019, via Le Plan Recordings. The album represents a shift towards a darker and more mature sound for the band, while retaining elements of their signature electro-swing style.
The album's title, Panic, reflects themes of anxiety and social commentary present in the lyrics and overall tone of the music. While previous Caravan Palace albums often focused on upbeat and celebratory swing-inspired sounds, Panic explores more complex emotions and addresses contemporary issues such as technology, social isolation, and the state of the world.
The album features a blend of electronic music genres, including house, techno, and glitch hop, fused with swing and jazz influences. The instrumentation includes synthesizers, samples, traditional swing instruments, and Zoé Colotis's vocals, which range from smooth and sultry to energetic and powerful.
Singles released prior to the album included "Miracle," "About You," and "Supersonique." Panic received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its experimentation, production quality, and thematic depth. It charted in several countries, including France, Belgium, and Switzerland.
Track Listing:
- Miracle
- About You
- Supersonique
- Plume
- Dead Souls
- Melancolia
- Le Bitter Suite
- April
- Moonshine
- Wonderland
- Fargo
- Waterguns
- Mad