Haunted
by Poe
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Oct 31, 2000
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 71 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 63 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 71
  3. Negative: 8 out of 71

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  1. marcmyworks
    Apr 5, 2019
    9
    Haunted should be on the list of 'Best Albums you Never Heard' as promotion was cut short when Poe's record label was bought out and dropped her. Despite the album never charting it managed to sell a quarter of a million copies in the US alone; which if happened nowadays would be considered excellent. Overall a wonderful and beautifully mixed record, as Poe revisits her film-maker Father'sHaunted should be on the list of 'Best Albums you Never Heard' as promotion was cut short when Poe's record label was bought out and dropped her. Despite the album never charting it managed to sell a quarter of a million copies in the US alone; which if happened nowadays would be considered excellent. Overall a wonderful and beautifully mixed record, as Poe revisits her film-maker Father's audio cassettes and incorporates them into a semi-autobiographical concept album. Listen to: Haunted, Wild, Walk the Walk, Spanish Doll.… Expand
  2. wayfan27
    Mar 6, 2016
    10
    This is my favorite album of all time. Poe manages to tell two or even three incredibly deep and poignant stories. Much like brother Mark's 2000 novel House of Leaves (one of my favorite books) that Haunted is part-companion to, this is a multilayered art experience that you really do have to just dive into and let it affect you however it chooses to. Part-parallax piece to HoL,This is my favorite album of all time. Poe manages to tell two or even three incredibly deep and poignant stories. Much like brother Mark's 2000 novel House of Leaves (one of my favorite books) that Haunted is part-companion to, this is a multilayered art experience that you really do have to just dive into and let it affect you however it chooses to. Part-parallax piece to HoL, part-conversation with the ghost of her father, his voice layered and splintered throughout the tracks, and an all-out gift to her fans. Every track is layered with meaning and beautifully arranged. The concept-y "Exploration B" and "House of Leaves" are terrifying and perfect for setting the mood of the album. Hard rockers like "Could've Gone Mad", "Wild" (the callback to the opening of her freshman effort "Hello" is clever), and "Walk The Walk" have a drive and ferocity that I've rarely heard from any artist. The title track is beautiful and, pardon the pun, haunting. My overall favorite thing about Haunted is that it never seems to get old. Poe goes through every human emotion possible from grief, to rage, to happiness, to defiance, to catharsis, and every time I listen I get swept right up with her. Can't recommend highly enough. It's alright that Poe hasn't been able to release new music for awhile. Her opus is already near-perfect.… Expand
  3. PhilippG
    Aug 10, 2003
    10
    This album is so gloomy, especially the song Haunted.
  4. Pauline
    Oct 6, 2001
    8
    I thought Poe's "Haunted" album was very well made. She has a sound that is different, and a voice that sucks you in.
  5. BillieB.
    Oct 9, 2001
    10
    I think that Poe Is a beautiful talent. I love that my generation finally has an artist that actually has meanings behind her words. Poe makes it very clear that her music comes forth from her heart, mind, and soul. I aspire to be as amazing as she is!!!!
  6. WillSargent
    Jan 2, 2002
    10
    Comparable to Tori Amos's Little Earthquakes, this album mixes personal revelation with deeply unsettling transitions using the voice of her dead father as her guide. Recommend you turn out all the lights, and listen to the CD from start to finish; the cumulative impact brought tears to my eyes at the finish.
  7. DanK
    Mar 7, 2003
    10
    This album is the most complex thing that I have ever laid my ears on. It has inspired my artwork, changed my outlook on life and also weirded me out while driving, and almost caused several car accidents. Unfortunatly she has had no publicity in Australia, and has cause her albums to sell for 99c. But hey, I snap em up when I find em, buy them for my friends and get them addicted. the This album is the most complex thing that I have ever laid my ears on. It has inspired my artwork, changed my outlook on life and also weirded me out while driving, and almost caused several car accidents. Unfortunatly she has had no publicity in Australia, and has cause her albums to sell for 99c. But hey, I snap em up when I find em, buy them for my friends and get them addicted. the More Angry Psycho's develop in australia... the greater chance she has on touring.... I hope....… Expand
  8. FionaR
    Mar 5, 2006
    10
    Love it.... love it.... can't stop playing it!!! The best cd I have been given in years! Track 18 - awesome - just for a petrolhead like me! ;)
  9. BojanM
    May 4, 2006
    10
    This is one of the best albums I have ever heard. When I feel sad I just play the album and it makes me feel much better right away.
  10. AmirulR
    Jan 11, 2007
    10
    Haunted is excellent. Beyond excellent. There are no proper words to describe this majestic feat of music.
  11. MattM.
    Jul 28, 2001
    7
    Poe's "Haunted" is odd, dark, bleak, and ultimately a good album. Filled with disturbing voices from the past and a raw energy that can't be described, the album is quite a journey. Overlong, but altogether a fine work.
  12. Amber
    Oct 12, 2002
    10
    There's a beautiful and bewitching quality about Poe's music..that only few other artists have captured. And Haunted is the prime example...its one of the most careful and meaningful albums ever.
  13. ScottA.
    Jan 8, 2002
    10
    IT FUCKING ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!
  14. AdamX
    Feb 26, 2002
    10
    Lyrically deep, poetic (without being cliched or redundant) and touching, especially if you've ever lost someone you deeply cared about. Musically and stylistically diverse. I found myself reminded at times of the Beatles, other times of Portishead, or Queen, or Garbage, or any other dozen bands I can't even think of at the moment. Multilayered and beautiful. I downloaded some Lyrically deep, poetic (without being cliched or redundant) and touching, especially if you've ever lost someone you deeply cared about. Musically and stylistically diverse. I found myself reminded at times of the Beatles, other times of Portishead, or Queen, or Garbage, or any other dozen bands I can't even think of at the moment. Multilayered and beautiful. I downloaded some of the songs and after listening knew I had to buy the CD. One of the best CDs I've heard in a long time.… Expand
  15. Andrea
    Aug 12, 2002
    10
    This album came to me unexpectedly at the greatest moment of confusion and despair I have ever felt. I found my life and my spirit again while listening to "Spanish Doll." Poe brought to me a cathartic clarity of emotion that can only be described as utterly transcendant. If you open your mind and heart to it, you will find a revelation waiting for you.
  16. MarcP
    Jun 22, 2004
    10
    More more more!
  17. MattS
    Feb 20, 2005
    10
    absolutely one of the best cd's I have ever heard. A dark, haunting journey through one woman's attempts to become her own person. Beautiful.
  18. ColeK
    May 31, 2005
    10
    I absolutly love this album,it's completely different than any other of this genre, if you can give it a genre, it's beautifully haunting while not pretencious,a beautiful masterpiece of lyrical and musical artwork.
  19. MarkG
    Aug 8, 2006
    10
    This album could be put in the same class as Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon." Anyone who professes to not like it undoubtedly doesn't understand and never gave it a full listen. This is the first POE that I ever heard, and I became an instant fan! There is not a bad song on this disc.
  20. cyphixation
    Aug 24, 2001
    10
    Poe brings her vivid imagery and textured voice inflections to another awesome album.
  21. AjonjolinaA.
    Sep 22, 2001
    10
    If Poe would just get rid of all the self-indulgent crap and stick to singing her excellent lyrics, this would be the most awesome album!
  22. BillF.
    Aug 27, 2002
    10
    Technically speaking the dulcette voice of Poe, the beauty of well mastered mixing and the general theme of this album both dark and light, on these merits alone everyone should have a copy of this cd. Her voice is mesmerizing and beautiful of its own
  23. AssafStieglitz
    Feb 24, 2003
    10
    Great album, lots of emotions expressed with great lyrics and the wonderful voice of poe.
  24. DaveS
    Mar 3, 2003
    9
    This album, moves and talks to the soul. I find it cries out just to be heard, felt, and loved. It will touch a cord in all of us.
  25. NatashaM
    Jun 14, 2003
    10
    Its a great album... its one of those albums that u just cant stop listening to... Its truely different compared to the rest of the music u hear nowadays, but its great in its entirety..
  26. MichelleS.
    Dec 30, 2004
    10
    This is one of my favorite albums of all time. I always discover something new when I listen to it, and if you take the time to learn the story behind "Haunted," you appreciate its subtleties even more.
  27. AbeD
    Feb 10, 2004
    10
    Haunted ranks as one of my all-time favorite albums. I enjoy the title track in particular, but there isn't a clunker in the mix.
  28. JewelC
    Jul 19, 2004
    10
    I love the darkness of this album. She captures the mood of HOL perfectly!
  29. EffieT
    Mar 13, 2005
    10
    I listened to this album for 3 months straight! It's addicting. One of my favorite albums-period.
  30. DaveD
    Mar 5, 2005
    10
    Everything is incredible - the writing, the performances, the production.
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#89 Most Shared Album of 2000

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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. HOB.com
    80
    Lyrically, Haunted progresses from timid to defiant, and ultimately to triumphant. Musically, Poe drifts confidently from trippy beats and spacy sounds to straight ahead rock and mellow, melancholic numbers, though not always in such a way as to strictly parallel the dramatic flow of the album's lyrics. All that means, though, is that this is a dynamic collection of songs and not merely the kind of high-minded rock opera that quickly goes from interesting novelty to pretentious joke. Ignore everything but what comes out of the speakers, and you've got a pop treasure that is as innovative and insightful as it is immediate and unforced.
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  2. AllMusic
    80
    Sadly, Poe's work might not be welcomed in the mainstream, which is disappointing because her original compositions have the makings for a new music revolution alongside the likes of Radiohead's Kid A. Haunted is in its own class of twisted intelligence and beauty.
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  3. Q Magazine
    60
    The mood is too heavy for far too long, but some good songs and more cohesive, melodic structures augur well for this damaged daughter's future. [Sep 2001, p.115]
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