04092001
Boris · 2005
32 min · 7 tracks · noise rock
A dense and immersive soundscape blending heavy drone, noise rock, and atmospheric textures that envelop listeners in a sonic journey.
Top tracks — play these first
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it continues waiting for a headrone fish Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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heavy friends — This track showcases Boris's ability to fuse heavy riffs with ethereal vocals, creating a dynamic interplay between aggression and serenity.
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death valley — At over seven minutes long, this track exemplifies the band's signature drone sound while building an intense atmosphere that captivates listeners.
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dyna‐soar — This piece features intricate layering of sounds and textures, highlighting Boris's innovative approach to composition and sound design.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's dense soundscapes and experimental structures create a compelling listening experience that rewards exploration.
What we noticed
- The album features long, evolving tracks that often exceed six minutes, allowing for gradual build-ups and shifts in texture.
- Several tracks incorporate heavy use of feedback and distortion, creating a dense wall of sound that envelops the listener.
- The sequencing includes moments of silence or minimalism between heavier sections, providing contrast and enhancing the immersive experience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of soundscapes
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- immersive headphone experience
- evocative textures and rhythms
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — 04092001 showcases a significant departure into dense soundscapes and drone music.
- Themes
- sonic immersion· heavy riffs and serenity· underground music exploration
- Career context
- When Boris released 04092001 in February 2005, they were gaining traction in the international underground music scene following their acclaimed album Akuma no Uta. This release marked a continued exploration of their unique blend of genres, solidifying their reputation as innovators within drone metal and noise rock.
Tracklist
- 1 it continues waiting for a headrone fish Start here 4:08
- 2 heavy friends 5:14
- 3 wareruraido 2:54
- 4 koei 3:49
- 5 encounter with the inside of the wavemotion of great water fuzz 3:22
- 6 death valley 7:09
- 7 dyna‐soar 5:37
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