Melancholy Music: What We Are About
Here you will find a collection of some of the most poignant and beautiful songs ever written, from classical master composers such as Chopin and Satie to contemporary musical performers: Ray LaMontagne, Damien Rice, and Tindersticks. The songs, musicians, and composers recommended here span a variety of musical genres, yet they all possess a melancholic tone.
Our Current Favorite 10 Melancholy Songs
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A Fine Frenzy
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Etta James
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