Top tracks — play these first
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Gamera — As the opening track, Gamera showcases Tortoise's signature blend of intricate rhythms and ambient textures, setting a contemplative tone for the album. Its lengthy structure allows for an immersive listening experience that exemplifies the band's experimental approach.
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The Source of Uncertainty — This track encapsulates Tortoise's art rock essence, merging minimalist motifs with complex layers that evoke a sense of exploration. Its dynamic shifts highlight their ability to create tension and release within a concise framework.
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TNT (Nobukazu Takemura remix) — The remix by Nobukazu Takemura introduces unique electronic elements to Tortoise's original sound, reflecting their willingness to embrace reinterpretation and collaboration. It symbolizes the innovative spirit of the album and expands upon the original track's foundation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sprawling exploration of soundscapes
- patient unfolding of ideas
- deep focus for introspective moments
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- background warmth for creative work
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, straightforward tracks
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Tortoise released A Lazarus Taxon in 2006, they were already established as pioneers of the post-rock genre, building on their previous successes like Millions Now Living Will Never Die (1996). This album followed a five-year hiatus since their last studio album, and it reflects a matured sound while continuing to push boundaries with its mix of genres and styles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Battles· Godspeed You! Black Emperor· The Sea and Cake
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Gamera 11:53
- 2 The Source of Uncertainty 3:42
- 3 Blackbird 5:01
- 4 Sexual for Elizabeth 4:49
- 5 To Day Retreival 3:57
- 6 Whitewater 5:06
- 7 Didjeridoo 4:33
- 8 Autumn Sweater 7:07
- 9 Wait 4:27
- 10 A Grape Dope 4:12
- 11 Restless Waters 3:41
- 12 Vaus 5:01
- 13 Blue Station 5:34
Disc 2
- 1 Madison Area 3:27
- 2 TNT (Nobukazu Takemura remix) 10:03
- 3 Why We Fight 4:23
- 4 Elmerson, Lincoln, and Palmieri 2:39
- 5 Peering 5:11
- 6 Goriri 6:40
- 7 As You Said 4:21
- 8 CTA 5:07
- 9 Deltitnu 5:50
- 10 Adverse Camber 6:00
- 11 Cliff Dweller Society 15:23
- 12 Waihopai 4:13
Disc 3
- 1 Alcohall 4:03
- 2 Your New Rod 4:18
- 3 Cobwebbed 4:38
- 4 The Match Incident 5:31
- 5 Tin Can (Puerto Rican remix) 4:24
- 6 Not Quite East of the Ryan 5:08
- 7 Initial Gesture Protraction 4:47
- 8 Cornpone Brunch (Watt remix) 4:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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