ALT cover

Released 14 years ago this June

ALT

Van der Graaf Generator · 2012

61 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock

Experimental soundscapes intertwine with intricate melodies, showcasing the band's avant-garde approach to progressive rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • wave-like pacing for contemplation
  • experimental soundscapes to explore
  • immersive headphone detail hunting

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 25, 2012, 'ALT' marked Van der Graaf Generator's first studio album in over a decade, following their 2005 release 'Present'. The band had undergone significant lineup changes and faced various challenges during this hiatus, making 'ALT' a crucial return to form for a band revered in the progressive rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
King Crimson· Genesis· Yes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Earlybird 4:02
  • 2 Extractus 1:39
  • 3 Sackbutt 1:53
  • 4 Colossus 6:36
  • 5 Batty Loop 1:14
  • 6 Splendid 3:46
  • 7 Repeat After Me 7:39
  • 8 Elsewhere 4:20
  • 9 Here's One I Made Earlier 5:43
  • 10 Midnite or So 3:35
  • 11 D'Accord 2:29
  • 12 Mackerel Ate Them 4:50
  • 13 Tuesday, the Riff 2:47
  • 14 Dronus 10:38

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