Lifeblood @ 20: MSP's Most Underrated Album?

In this video, indie miners dive into a 20-year retrospective of the Manic Street Preachers' album "Lifeblood," discussing its themes of alienation, solitude, and the quieter shift in the band's musical direction. Released in 2004, "Lifeblood" marked a departure from the band’s earlier, more political work, embracing a softer tone that reflected the personal challenges within the band, notably after the disappearance of lyricist Richey Edwards. Despite receiving mixed reviews and a lukewarm initial reception, the album has aged well, meriting a reassessment of its place in the band's storied discography.

Chapters:
00:27 - The Run Down
03:00 - Was this album misunderstood?
06:30 - Reference points
09:25 - The reissue... any nuggets?