Riot on an Empty Street is the second album by Kings of Convenience, a collection of gentle folk-rock tunes that rose to critical acclaim. The album showcases the duo's signature blend of introspective lyrics and delicate melodies.
- The album was recorded in various locations, including Bergen, London, and Rio de Janeiro, with the collaboration of Brazilian artists. It reached number 4 on the Norwegian albums chart and number 93 on the UK albums chart. The song "Misread" was released as a single and received moderate airplay.
- The album features a notable collaboration with Brazilian singer Marit Løken on the track "Goldrush," adding a unique Bossa Nova flavor to their sound. Kingsley's production style on this album maintained their signature intimate and airy feel, which became a hallmark of their work. Kingsley's production style on this album maintained their signature intimate and airy feel, which became a hallmark of their work.
- The album was released in July 2004, following their debut album "Quiet Is the New Loud." It charted in several European countries, with its highest position being in Norway. Riot on an Empty Street was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its songwriting and subdued arrangements.
Kings of Convenience are a Norwegian indie folk duo formed in Bergen in 1999. They are known for their gentle acoustic sound and close vocal harmonies.
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