An Awesome Wave
alt-J · 2012
36 min · 14 tracks · indie pop · indie rock · art rock
A kaleidoscope of intricate melodies and experimental sounds, blending art rock with folktronica influences.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with interludes
- kaleidoscopic melodies for exploration
- playful experimentation throughout tracks
- immersive listening in order
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking straightforward structures
- dislike of dynamic flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 25, 2012, 'An Awesome Wave' was alt-J's debut album, marking their emergence in the indie music scene. The band had previously gained attention with their unique sound after forming at Leeds University, but this album solidified their identity and artistic direction.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Glass Animals· Bon Iver· Tame Impala
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 2:37
- 2 ❦ (Ripe & Ruin) 1:12
- 3 Tessellate 3:02
- 4 Breezeblocks 3:47
- 5 ❦ (Guitar) 1:17
- 6 Something Good 3:38
- 7 Dissolve Me 3:59
- 8 Matilda 3:48
- 9 Ms 3:58
- 10 Fitzpleasure 3:39
- 11 ❦ (Piano) 0:53
- 12 Bloodflood 4:09
- 13 Taro
- 14 Handmade (Secret Track)
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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