Released 20 years ago
120 Days
120 Days · 2006
53 min · 9 tracks · rock music
A hypnotic blend of krautrock rhythms and expansive soundscapes that invite listeners into a trance-like exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Come Out (Come Down, Fade Out, Be Gone) — This opening track epitomizes the band's experimental ethos, combining lengthy instrumental passages with a steady build-up that immerses the listener in their sonic world.
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C-Musik — With its intricate layering of synths and rhythmic drive, this track captures the essence of krautrock with a modern twist, making it a standout in their catalog.
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I've Lost My Vision (Kraut nr1) — The extended duration allows for an expansive auditory exploration that exemplifies their craft in melding repetitive grooves with rich textures.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This debut showcases strong compositions and cohesive soundscapes, marking a notable entry in the krautrock revival.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a lengthy track that gradually builds layers of sound, creating a hypnotic atmosphere before transitioning into more structured songs.
- Several tracks feature repetitive, motorik rhythms typical of krautrock, which serve as a foundation for expansive instrumental exploration.
- The use of electronic elements is prominent throughout, often blending seamlessly with traditional rock instrumentation to create a unique sound.
- The final track revisits themes and motifs from earlier in the album, providing a sense of closure while maintaining the trance-like quality.
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- long immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- hypnotic rhythmic explorations
- wave-like pacing transitions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, 120 Days marked the debut album for the Norwegian band, establishing their signature sound that blends rock with electronic elements. At this point, they were emerging from the Oslo music scene, gaining attention for their unique approach to instrumental rock influenced by krautrock and post-rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The War on Drugs· Tame Impala· MGMT
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Come Out (Come Down, Fade Out, Be Gone) 8:55
- 2 Be Mine 4:14
- 3 C-Musik 7:22
- 4 Sleepwalking 3:28
- 5 Get Away 4:40
- 6 Keep on Smiling 5:30
- 7 Lazy Eyes 4:40
- 8 Sleepless Nights #3 3:03
- 9 I've Lost My Vision (Kraut nr1) 11:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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