Is 2R0I2P0 a good place to start with Boris?

Yes, 2R0I2P0 is recommended as a starting point for new Boris listeners. A sprawling sonic landscape that blends heavy drone textures with ethereal melodies, creating an immersive listening experience. Released on December 11, 2020, 2R0I2P0 marks Boris's first studio album since their collaboration with Merzbow in 2019. At this point, the band continued to explore their signature blend of heavy drone and experimental sounds, building on their extensive discography while also incorporating new influences. The album follows their critically acclaimed work and showcases a further evolution in their sound.

2R0I2P0 works well if you're into immersive sonic exploration, gradual build to climax and extended listening commitment.

How many songs are on 2R0I2P0?

2R0I2P0 has 10 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

2R0I2P0

Boris · 2020

77 min · 10 tracks · noise rock

A sprawling sonic landscape that blends heavy drone textures with ethereal melodies, creating an immersive listening experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Away From You Start here — This track opens the album with a haunting atmosphere, setting the tone for the immersive journey ahead through its layered guitar work and hypnotic rhythms.
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Coma — Clocking in at just over three minutes, this track encapsulates the album's theme of disorientation with its abrupt shifts and dense soundscapes that evoke a sense of introspection.
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Evol — The lengthy composition allows for an exploration of dynamic contrasts, transitioning from serene passages to overwhelming walls of sound, exemplifying Boris's mastery of texture and mood.
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Shadow of Skull — This closing track encapsulates the emotional weight of the album, weaving together complex layers and rhythmic experimentation that leave listeners with a profound sense of reflection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate layering and genre-blending make it a notable entry in Boris's discography.

What we noticed

The album features long tracks that often exceed six minutes, allowing for gradual development of themes and textures.
Several tracks incorporate contrasting sections, shifting from heavy drone passages to lighter, melodic interludes.
The use of layered instrumentation creates a dense soundscape, with guitars and synths intertwining throughout the record.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 3/10

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

immersive sonic exploration
gradual build to climax
extended listening commitment
ethereal melodies with weight
back-loaded pacing for patience

Maybe skip if you

prefer short, concise tracks
seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — The album showcases Boris's continued evolution and ambition in sound.
Themes: sonic disorientation· immersive soundscapes· ethereal heaviness
Career context: Released on December 11, 2020, 2R0I2P0 marks Boris's first studio album since their collaboration with Merzbow in 2019. At this point, the band continued to explore their signature blend of heavy drone and experimental sounds, building on their extensive discography while also incorporating new influences. The album follows their critically acclaimed work and showcases a further evolution in their sound.
Stylistic neighbors: EARTH· Sleep· Pelican