What makes And Their Refinement of the Decline by Stars of the Lid notable?

The album received widespread critical acclaim and has been noted for its profound influence on the ambient genre, inspiring numerous contemporary artists. It was recognized for its innovative approach to sound design and composition, often cited in discussions about the evolution of drone music in the late 2000s. Released in 2007, 'And Their Refinement of the Decline' is Stars of the Lid's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'The Tired Sounds of Stars of the Lid' from 2001. This album solidified their reputation within the ambient music scene by continuing to explore themes of silence and the passage of time through extended compositions and lush textures.

Who is And Their Refinement of the Decline for?

And Their Refinement of the Decline works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on And Their Refinement of the Decline?

And Their Refinement of the Decline has 18 tracks, running approximately 120 minutes.

And Their Refinement of the Decline

Stars of the Lid · 2007

120 min · 18 tracks · ambient · contemporary classical music · drone music

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with minimalist drone, creating immersive atmospheres of introspective calm.

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The album received widespread critical acclaim and has been noted for its profound influence on the ambient genre, inspiring numerous contemporary artists. It was recognized for its innovative approach to sound design and composition, often cited in discussions about the evolution of drone music in the late 2000s.

Best for: long immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus dynamic emotional journeys
Context: Released in 2007, 'And Their Refinement of the Decline' is Stars of the Lid's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'The Tired Sounds of Stars of the Lid' from 2001. This album solidified their reputation within the ambient music scene by continuing to explore themes of silence and the passage of time through extended compositions and lush textures.
Stylistic neighbors: Nico Muhly· Harold Budd· Jóhann Jóhannsson

Tracklist

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Disc 1

1 Dungtitled (in A major) 5:54
2 Articulate Silences, Part 1 5:24
3 Articulate Silences, Part 2 5:37
4 The Evil That Never Arrived 5:04
5 Apreludes (in C sharp major) 3:44
6 Don’t Bother They’re Here 10:10
7 Dopamine Clouds Over Craven Cottage 5:54
8 Even If You’re Never Awake (deuxième) Standout 9:20
9 Even (Out) + 4:51
10 A Meaningful Moment Through a Meaning(less) Process Standout 4:32

Disc 2

1 Another Ballad for Heavy Lids 4:32
2 The Daughters of Quiet Minds Standout 13:21
3 Hiberner toujours 1:49
4 That Finger on Your Temple Is the Barrel of My Raygun 5:04
5 Humectez la mouture 5:31
6 Tippy’s Demise 8:18
7 The Mouthchew 3:40
8 December Hunting for Vegetarian Fuckface 17:45

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