23
Blonde Redhead · 2007
43 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with dissonant elements, creating a haunting dreamscape that blurs the lines between beauty and chaos.
Top tracks — play these first
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23 — The title track encapsulates the album's ethereal quality with its lush instrumentation and introspective lyrics, serving as a sonic centerpiece.
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Dr. Strangeluv — This track contrasts angular guitar riffs with soft vocals, exemplifying the band's ability to merge vulnerability with tension.
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Heroine — Heroine stands out for its haunting atmosphere and gripping lyricism, reflecting themes of longing and existential contemplation that permeate the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends ethereal melodies with dissonance, showcasing strong craftsmanship and distinctiveness in its sound.
What we noticed
- Several tracks, like 'Dr. Strangeluv' and 'Silently', incorporate contrasting dynamics, alternating between quiet, introspective moments and louder, chaotic bursts.
- The album's final track, 'My Impure Hair', concludes with a slow fade-out, leaving a lingering sense of unresolved tension.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- steady, consistent energy levels
- introspective emotional landscapes
- contemplative evening reflections
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, 23 was Blonde Redhead's sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Misery is a Butterfly. By this point, the band had established themselves as key players in the indie rock scene, known for their experimental sound and artful approach to composition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cocteau Twins· My Bloody Valentine· Slowdive
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 23 5:18
- 2 Dr. Strangeluv 4:47
- 3 The Dress 4:00
- 4 SW 4:35
- 5 Spring and by Summer Fall 4:15
- 6 Silently 3:57
- 7 Publisher 4:01
- 8 Heroine 4:11
- 9 Top Ranking 3:27
- 10 My Impure Hair 4:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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