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The Decemberists - The Hazards of Love (2 LP)

Name: The Decemberists - The Hazards of Love (2 LP)
Brand: The Decemberists
SKU: 4iRVmOMBt61ejo0SKNXGWx
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.5 (4 reviews)

The Decemberists

LP
2 piece(s)
2009
17 tracks
58 min
baroque pop

The Hazards of Love

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Product Description

"The Hazards of Love" is a captivating concept album by indie folk band The Decemberists, released on March 24, 2009, under Rough Trade. Blending baroque pop and indie folk elements, this 58-minute journey is a rich tapestry of storytelling and musical prowess. The album unfolds like a dramatic narrative, with each track contributing to a larger, intricate tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. From the hauntingly beautiful "The Hazards of Love 1" to the poignant conclusion of "The Hazards of Love 4 (The Drowned)," The Decemberists weave a spellbinding saga that showcases their lyrical depth and melodic inventiveness. With standout tracks like "The Queen's Approach" and "Isn't It a Lovely Night?", the album is a testament to the band's ability to craft compelling, character-driven music that resonates long after the final note fades.

This is a 2015 Reissue released as a 2LP set.

Tracks

PreludeThe Decemberists
3:04
The Hazards of Love 1 (The Prettiest Whistles Won't Wrestle the Thistles Undone)The Decemberists
4:18
A Bower SceneThe Decemberists
2:08
Won't Want for Love (Margaret in the Taiga)The Decemberists
4:06
The Hazards of Love 2 (Wager All)The Decemberists
4:25
The Queen's ApproachThe Decemberists
0:29
Isn't It a Lovely Night?The Decemberists
3:38
The Wanting Comes in Waves/RepaidThe Decemberists
6:26
An InterludeThe Decemberists
1:40
The Rake's SongThe Decemberists
3:15
The Abduction of MargaretThe Decemberists
2:06
The Queen's Rebuke/The CrossingThe Decemberists
3:56
Annan WaterThe Decemberists
5:11
Margaret in CaptivityThe Decemberists
3:07
The Hazards of Love 3 (Revenge!)The Decemberists
3:21
The Wanting Comes in Waves (Reprise)The Decemberists
1:30
The Hazards of Love 4 (The Drowned)The Decemberists
5:57

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Product specifications

Details

Album: The Hazards of Love
Artist: The Decemberists
LP release year: 2015
Album release date: 24 maart 2009
Label: Rough Trade
EAN: 883870055611
Available: Yes

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 2 piece(s)
Type: Reissue
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 58 min
Tracks: 17 tracks

EAN

EAN: 883870055611

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Europe
Genre: Baroque pop
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: Yes

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Reviews

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Average of 4 reviews

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Vinyl Elevates Rock Opera
5 out of 5 stars
eyuwwetlu16 December 2025United States🇺🇸
As a lover of this album, the vinyl version is truly a significant upgrade from the CD or streaming. It's exceptionally well recorded and absolutely worth purchasing. This version brings so much more depth to this rock opera, which was already great on CD! It's definitely one of my all-time favorites.
Bass Strong, Range Limited
4 out of 5 stars
bkablerdunpws17 September 2025Nederland🇳🇱
Pretty discreet. Good bass response. Doesn't quite match the dynamic range of the digital version, though.
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Disappointing Album Version
1 out of 5 stars
Kahwzc.4 December 2024United Kingdom🇬🇧
I purchased this album and wholeheartedly concur with the previous reviewer regarding the messed up flow. The album, as it was meant to be, transitions seamlessly from one track to the next, but this version feels like slamming into a brick wall every few songs, totally ruining the experience. To make matters worse, my copy has the D2/D4 issue (which I hear means it's pressed from a digital copy?), making the D side impossible to listen to. It's a terrible version of a fantastic album. Rough Trade should've addressed this. Really let down.
Vinyl Sounds Great
4 out of 5 stars
wtehjtenzpa3 February 2024United States🇺🇸
I got this vinyl in late 2023 and it didn't have that side D problem that people talk about. I gotta say, it sounds really good.