A Grounding in Numbers
Van der Graaf Generator · 2011
48 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock
A labyrinth of intricate melodies and thought-provoking lyrics, capturing the essence of progressive rock's cerebral nature.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- thought-provoking lyrical explorations
- wave-like pacing and flow
Where this album fits
- Themes
- mathematical abstraction· social critique
- Career context
- By 2011, Van der Graaf Generator was returning to form after a lengthy hiatus, having released their first album in over a decade. 'A Grounding in Numbers' marked their comeback, showcasing how the band evolved while maintaining their signature complex sound. This release came nine years after their previous album, 'Present', indicating a significant period of inactivity and reflection.
- Stylistic neighbors
- King Crimson· Genesis· Yes
- If this clicks, go next to
- ALT — Continues the intricate soundscapes with fresh experimentation and themes.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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The Power to Believe by King Crimson — Shares intricate compositions and dark, thought-provoking lyrical themes in a modern prog context.Fear of a Blank Planet by Porcupine Tree — Explores complex narratives and layered soundscapes, combining progressive rock with modern anxieties.Octopus by Gentle Giant — Features intricate melodies and sophisticated arrangements, echoing the cerebral essence of progressive rock.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Your Time Starts Now".
- 1 Your Time Starts Now Start here 4:14
- 2 Mathematics 3:38
- 3 Highly Strung 3:36
- 4 Red Baron 2:23
- 5 Bunshō 5:02
- 6 Snake Oil 5:20
- 7 Splink 2:37
- 8 Embarrassing Kid 3:06
- 9 Medusa 2:12
- 10 Mr. Sands 5:22
- 11 Smoke 2:29
- 12 5533 2:42
- 13 All Over the Place 6:03
What to play next
ALT
2012
Continues the intricate soundscapes with fresh experimentation and themes.
Present
2005
Sets the stage for the complex melodies and lyrical depth found in A Grounding in Numbers.
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