What makes Burial by Burial notable?

The album received critical acclaim, influencing the evolution of electronic music and helping to define the future garage sound. It was praised for its innovative production techniques and emotional depth, earning a place on numerous year-end lists and establishing Burial as a significant artist in contemporary music. Burial's self-titled debut album was released in 2006, marking his entry into the music scene as a pioneering figure in the dubstep genre. Prior to this, he had gained some attention with early tracks on various compilations, but this album solidified his reputation and introduced his unique sound to a wider audience.

Burial works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Burial?

Burial has 13 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Burial

Burial · 2006

51 min · 13 tracks · ambient · dubstep · future garage

A haunting blend of atmospheric soundscapes and fragmented rhythms that evoke a sense of urban solitude.

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Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim, influencing the evolution of electronic music and helping to define the future garage sound. It was praised for its innovative production techniques and emotional depth, earning a place on numerous year-end lists and establishing Burial as a significant artist in contemporary music.

Best for: long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus dynamic emotional journeys
Context: Burial's self-titled debut album was released in 2006, marking his entry into the music scene as a pioneering figure in the dubstep genre. Prior to this, he had gained some attention with early tracks on various compilations, but this album solidified his reputation and introduced his unique sound to a wider audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Joy Orbison· Virtual Riot· Disclosure