Atlas
Laurel Halo · 2023
40 min · 10 tracks · techno
An ethereal blend of ambient textures and pulsating beats, merging introspective melodies with immersive soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Abandon — The opening track sets an atmospheric tone that encapsulates the album's introspective journey, blending haunting vocals with intricate sound design.
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Sick Eros — This track features a compelling interplay between rhythm and melody, showcasing Halo's ability to merge emotional depth with danceable grooves.
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Atlas — The title track serves as the centerpiece of the album, combining expansive sonic landscapes with reflective lyrics that explore themes of connection and dislocation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's immersive soundscapes and evolving structure create a cohesive yet distinct techno experience.
What we noticed
- The album features long, evolving tracks that often build layers of sound gradually over several minutes.
- Each track typically maintains a steady pulse, with ambient textures weaving in and out rather than dominating the rhythm.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- introspective late-night vibes
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Laurel Halo's 'Atlas' marks her first full-length release since 2019's 'Raw Silk Uncut Wood', showcasing her continued evolution in the techno genre. By this point in her career, she had already gained recognition for her experimental approach and boundary-pushing sound, making 'Atlas' a significant step in her artistic journey.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith· Nina Kraviz· Ryuichi Sakamoto
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Abandon 4:02
- 2 Naked to the Light 4:19
- 3 Late Night Drive 4:55
- 4 Sick Eros 4:22
- 5 Belleville 2:25
- 6 Sweat, Tears or the Sea 2:45
- 7 Atlas 6:53
- 8 Reading the Air 5:42
- 9 You Burn Me 1:08
- 10 Earthbound 4:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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