A Big 10-8 Place
Negativland · 1983
37 min · 6 tracks · experimental music
A disorienting mix of found sounds and abstract narratives that challenge conventional listening experiences.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with interludes disorienting sound collage experience abstract narratives for deep thinking
- Context
- Released in 1983, 'A Big 10-8 Place' marked Negativland's debut album, introducing their experimental sound and provocative approach to audio collages. This album set the stage for their later works and established them within the avant-garde music scene.
- If you like
- experimental music
A Big 10-8 Place is an album by Negativland, released in 1983. A disorienting mix of found sounds and abstract narratives that challenge conventional listening experiences. The album gained attention for its innovative use of sampling and manipulation of media, which would influence many experimental artists to come. It also sparked discussions regarding copyright and artistic expression, particularly due to its contentious sampling practices. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Big 10-8 Place sound like?
A disorienting mix of found sounds and abstract narratives that challenge conventional listening experiences. Rooted in experimental music.
What makes A Big 10-8 Place by Negativland notable?
The album gained attention for its innovative use of sampling and manipulation of media, which would influence many experimental artists to come. It also sparked discussions regarding copyright and artistic expression, particularly due to its contentious sampling practices. Released in 1983, 'A Big 10-8 Place' marked Negativland's debut album, introducing their experimental sound and provocative approach to audio collages. This album set the stage for their later works and established them within the avant-garde music scene.
Who is A Big 10-8 Place for?
A Big 10-8 Place works well if you're into wave-like pacing with interludes, disorienting sound collage experience and abstract narratives for deep thinking.
How many songs are on A Big 10-8 Place?
A Big 10-8 Place has 6 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Theme from 'A Big 10-8 Place' 3:00
- 2 'A Big 10-8 Place' Part One Standout 13:29
- 3 Clowns and Ballerinas Standout 1:32
- 4 Introduction 0:49
- 5 Four Fingers 3:07
- 6 180-G: 'A Big 10-8 Place' Part Two 15:50
Release Date
October 1, 1983
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 49 sec
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