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Alice in Ultraland

The Future Sound of London · 2005

70 min · 14 tracks · techno

A kaleidoscopic blend of ambient textures and intricate rhythms, capturing a dreamlike exploration of consciousness and reality.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    The Emptiness of Nothingness Start here — Opening the album with an expansive soundscape, this track sets the tone for the entire journey, blending ethereal sounds with rhythmic pulses that evoke introspection.
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    Indian Swing — This track infuses traditional Indian elements with modern electronic beats, showcasing The Future Sound of London's ability to fuse diverse musical influences seamlessly.
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    Yes My Brother (You’ve Gotta Turn Yourself Around) — With its uplifting message and hypnotic groove, this track exemplifies the album's thematic exploration of self-discovery and transformation within a complex sound palette.

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 showcases intricate soundscapes and a cohesive flow, rewarding attentive listening.

What we noticed

  • The album features long tracks that often build slowly, layering ambient textures over intricate rhythms.
  • The final three tracks gradually reduce in tempo and intensity, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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

  • surreal journey through soundscapes
  • dynamic pacing with varied rhythms
  • headphone detail exploration
  • immersive afternoon listening experience
  • evocative themes of consciousness

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Experimental — Showcases a deliberate evolution in sound and concept, diverging from previous works.
Themes
dreamlike exploration· Indian musical fusion· immersive soundscapes
Career context
Released on January 1, 2005, 'Alice in Ultraland' marked The Future Sound of London's return after a four-year hiatus following 'The ISDN' in 2001. This album showcased their continued evolution within the electronic music landscape, moving deeper into experimental territories while maintaining their signature immersive soundscapes.
Stylistic neighbors
Aphex Twin· Boards of Canada· Orbital
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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Yes My Brother (You’ve Gotta Turn Yourself Around)

    The lyrics shift from reflective encouragement to a direct plea for action, urging personal change amidst a backdrop of vibrant sound.

    This transition enhances the song's emotional impact, transforming it from mere observation into an active call for transformation.

Tracklist

  • 1 The Emptiness of Nothingness Start here 6:18
  • 2 The Witchfinder 7:28
  • 3 The Witch Hunt 2:54
  • 4 All Is Harvest 6:39
  • 5 The Prophet 4:49
  • 6 Indian Swing 5:10
  • 7 The Seasons Turn 1:01
  • 8 High & Dry 4:53
  • 9 Yes My Brother (You’ve Gotta Turn Yourself Around) 4:59
  • 10 In the Summertime of Consciousness 5:44
  • 11 Billy the Onion 5:28
  • 12 Another Fairy Tale Ending 4:03
  • 13 The World Is Full of Plankton 8:02
  • 14 The Wicker Doll 3:00

What to play next

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