What makes >>> by Beak> notable?

The album received significant praise from critics, being lauded for its inventive compositions and immersive sound. It marked a notable moment for Beak>, reinforcing their influence within the modern psych and Krautrock movements, and further establishing them as innovative artists in the genre. Beak>'s third album, released in 2018, arrives after their acclaimed second album, 'Beak>,' which established them as a prominent name in the contemporary Krautrock scene. At this point, they had solidified their unique sound and were building a dedicated following, showcasing their growth as an experimental project while continuing to explore sonic boundaries.

>>> works well if you're into steady mid-tempo rhythmic flow, hypnotic soundscapes for focus and engaging background for creativity.

How many songs are on >>>?

>>> has 10 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

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Beak> · 2018

43 min · 10 tracks · Krautrock

A hypnotic blend of motorik rhythms and impressionistic soundscapes that invites you to lose yourself in its swirling textures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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The Brazilian — This opening track sets the tone with its relentless groove and layered instrumentation, drawing listeners into Beak>'s distinctive sonic world right from the start.
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Allé Sauvage — The longest track on the album, it showcases dynamic shifts between pulsating rhythms and ethereal melodies, highlighting the band's ability to create immersive atmospheres.
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RSI — With its driving beat and minimalist approach, this track epitomizes Beak>'s knack for blending repetitive structures with captivating sound design.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album's hypnotic rhythms and layered textures create an engaging yet immersive experience.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of repetitive, motorik rhythms that create a driving pulse throughout.
Each track builds layers of sound gradually, often introducing new textures and instruments as they progress.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

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

steady mid-tempo rhythmic flow
hypnotic soundscapes for focus
engaging background for creativity
explorative listening in sequence

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek fast-paced energy shifts

Where this album fits

Career context: Beak>'s third album, released in 2018, arrives after their acclaimed second album, 'Beak>,' which established them as a prominent name in the contemporary Krautrock scene. At this point, they had solidified their unique sound and were building a dedicated following, showcasing their growth as an experimental project while continuing to explore sonic boundaries.
Stylistic neighbors: Can· Neu!· Tangerine Dream

Tracklist

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

1 The Brazilian 4:13
2 Brean Down 3:52
3 Birthday Suit 4:33
4 Harvester 3:05
5 Allé Sauvage 7:26
6 Teisco 2:07
7 King of the Castle 2:47
8 RSI 3:37
9 Abbots Leigh 6:38
10 When We Fall 5:33

What to play next

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