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#4

The Telescopes · 2022

49 min · 10 tracks · space rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with hypnotic rhythms, creating an immersive journey through cosmic introspection and sonic exploration.

Top tracks — play these first

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    On a Dead Man's Bones by the Light of the Moon Skeletons Dance a Demon Dance of the Doomed — This track stands out for its sprawling length and haunting atmosphere, showcasing the band's ability to blend ethereal vocals with expansive instrumentation that invites deep listening.
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    Fear the Eye Became the Tone — With its dynamic shifts between tranquil moments and explosive sound waves, this track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of perception and reality.
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    The Hypnotic Pulse of the Motor Driven — Opening the album, this track sets a mesmerizing tone with its rhythmic drive and layered textures, embodying the sonic landscape that follows.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long-form explorations of sound
  • immersive soundscapes for reflection
  • haunting atmospheres with depth
  • slow-building tension and release

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 21, 2022, #4 marks The Telescopes' first album in nearly a decade since their 2013 release, Hidden Fields. During this period, the band has navigated lineup changes and shifts in musical direction, making this album a significant return to form that reflects their evolution in the space rock genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Spacemen 3· My Bloody Valentine· Loop

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Hypnotic Pulse of the Motor Driven 6:12
  • 2 Link # 1 5:05
  • 3 On a Dead Man's Bones by the Light of the Moon Skeletons Dance a Demon Dance of the Doomed 8:40
  • 4 All the Leaves 2:41
  • 5 A Measure of Imbalance 0:43
  • 6 Singularity 4:26
  • 7 Fear the Eye Became the Tone 9:22
  • 8 The Yearning 1:35
  • 9 Winter # 4 5:03
  • 10 It Bleeds 5:52

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