Felt Mountain

Felt Mountain is Goldfrapp's 2000 debut that blends trip hop, downtempo electronic and art pop into a cinematic, nocturnal sound. Alison Goldfrapp's breathy, sometimes theatrical vocals float over sparse beats, analogue synth textures and sweeping string arrangements, creating a mix of ambient pop atmospheres, cabaret-tinged torch songs and noirish mood pieces. The record is often cited for its strong sense of atmosphere and for introducing the duo's distinctive combination of electronic production and orchestral touches.