Art in the Age of Automation
Portico Quartet · 2017
50 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A blend of ethereal textures and intricate jazz motifs that evoke a futuristic sonic landscape.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic exploration with peaks ethereal textures for deep focus wave-like pacing encourages immersion
- Context
- Released in January 2017, 'Art in the Age of Automation' is Portico Quartet's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Living Fields' from 2015. This album marks their continued evolution into a more electronic sound while maintaining their jazz roots, illustrating their artistic growth after lineup changes and a shift in creative direction.
- If you like
- jazz
Art in the Age of Automation is an album by Portico Quartet, released in 2017. A blend of ethereal textures and intricate jazz motifs that evoke a futuristic sonic landscape. 'Art in the Age of Automation' was well-received, gaining praise for its innovative fusion of jazz with electronic elements, and it charted on the UK Albums Chart. The album's title track was highlighted for its exploration of themes surrounding technology and modernity, contributing to the conversation on how art interacts with automation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Art in the Age of Automation sound like?
A blend of ethereal textures and intricate jazz motifs that evoke a futuristic sonic landscape. Rooted in jazz.
What makes Art in the Age of Automation by Portico Quartet notable?
'Art in the Age of Automation' was well-received, gaining praise for its innovative fusion of jazz with electronic elements, and it charted on the UK Albums Chart. The album's title track was highlighted for its exploration of themes surrounding technology and modernity, contributing to the conversation on how art interacts with automation. Released in January 2017, 'Art in the Age of Automation' is Portico Quartet's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Living Fields' from 2015. This album marks their continued evolution into a more electronic sound while maintaining their jazz roots, illustrating their artistic growth after lineup changes and a shift in creative direction.
Who is Art in the Age of Automation for?
Art in the Age of Automation works well if you're into dynamic exploration with peaks, ethereal textures for deep focus and wave-like pacing encourages immersion.
How many songs are on Art in the Age of Automation?
Art in the Age of Automation has 11 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Endless 4:25
- 2 Objects to Place in a Tomb 5:27
- 3 Rushing Standout 6:19
- 4 Art in the Age of Automation Standout 4:55
- 5 S/2000S5 0:37
- 6 A Luminous Beam 6:02
- 7 Beyond Dialogue 6:42
- 8 RGB 4:32
- 9 Current History Standout 6:08
- 10 Mercury Eyes 1:40
- 11 Lines Glow 3:49
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