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Blast the Human Flower

Danielle Dax · 1990

44 min · 10 tracks · experimental music

A vibrant collision of experimental textures and haunting melodies, merging art pop with avant-garde influences in a compelling sonic tapestry.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Id Parade — This opening track encapsulates Dax's experimental ethos, combining dissonant instrumentation with an infectious rhythm, setting a distinct tone for the album.
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    Tomorrow Never Knows — A reimagining of the Beatles classic, this track showcases Dax's ability to reinterpret familiar sounds through an avant-garde lens, highlighting her unique artistic vision.
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    Daisy — With its ethereal vocals and dream-like production, this song stands out as a poignant exploration of fragility and beauty, reflecting Dax's lyrical depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

61 /100
Treeline
Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The album showcases innovative compositions and production, blending experimental textures with strong melodies.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a driving rhythm and layered vocals that create an immediate sense of urgency.
  • Several tracks feature abrupt shifts in tempo and dynamics, such as 'Daisy,' which transitions from a soft melody to a more chaotic soundscape.
  • The use of unconventional instruments and sound effects is prominent, particularly in 'Jehovah's Precious Stone,' where electronic elements blend with organic sounds.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Id Parade 3:50
  • 2 Tomorrow Never Knows 5:15
  • 3 Big Blue '82' 4:16
  • 4 Bayou 4:08
  • 5 King Crack 2:10
  • 6 Daisy 3:55
  • 7 Dead Man's Chill 4:42
  • 8 The Living and their Stillborn 5:10
  • 9 Jehovah's Precious Stone 5:07
  • 10 16 Candles 5:36

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