Aleph at Hallucinatory Mountain
Current 93 · 2009
53 min · 8 tracks · neofolk
A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and dark, introspective lyrics that explore existential themes.
Why this album works
The album received significant attention for its unique fusion of neofolk and avant-garde elements, earning praise from both fans and critics alike. It further solidified Current 93's influence on the neofolk scene, encouraging a new generation of artists to experiment with similar existential and esoteric themes in their music.
- Best for
- haunting introspection in waves dynamic journey with peaks late-night contemplative exploration
- Context
- By the time 'Aleph at Hallucinatory Mountain' was released in 2009, Current 93 had established themselves as a pivotal force in the neofolk genre. This album marked a continuation of their exploration into mystical themes, following their acclaimed 2006 release 'Black Ships Ate the Sky', and showcased David Tibet's evolving lyrical depth and sonic experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Swans· Agalloch· Death in June
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Invocation of Almost Standout 8:48
- 2 Poppyskins 5:16
- 3 On Docetic Mountain 8:14
- 4 26 April 2007 5:12
- 5 Aleph Is the Butterfly Net Standout 5:54
- 6 Not Because the Fox Barks Standout 10:13
- 7 UrShadow 4:37
- 8 As Real as Rainbows 5:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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