Ciudad de Brahman
Los Natas · 1999
51 min · 14 tracks · stoner rock
A hypnotic blend of stoner rock and psychedelic soundscapes that evokes a vast, desolate landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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La ciudad de Brahman — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of existentialism through its immersive instrumental arrangement and introspective lyrics.
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Meteoro 2028 — This track showcases a dynamic interplay between heavy guitar riffs and atmospheric elements, highlighting the band's ability to fuse aggression with serenity.
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Tufi Meme — With its driving rhythm and layered instrumentation, Tufi Meme stands out for its compelling structure that reflects the band's experimental edge.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's blend of heavy riffs and ambient elements creates a unique sound that stands out in stoner rock.
What we noticed
- The album features extended instrumental sections that create a meditative atmosphere, often blending heavy guitar riffs with ambient soundscapes.
- The lyrics are sparse and abstract, often reflecting themes of nature and existentialism, which complements the expansive sound.
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the latter half introduces more varied dynamics and textures.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- hypnotic journeys through soundscapes
- meditative vibes for introspection
- heavy riffs for deep focus
- immersive exploration of themes
- late-night contemplation and reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, upbeat tracks
- prefer concise, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Ciudad de Brahman is Los Natas' third studio album, coming after their acclaimed record Delmar. At this point in their career, the band had established themselves as key figures in the Argentine stoner rock scene, blending heavy riffs with elements of psychedelia.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sleep· Electric Wizard· Kyuss
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Carl Sagan 1 3:41
- 2 Meteoro 2028 4:34
- 3 Tufi Meme 5:55
- 4 La ciudad de Brahman 4:54
- 5 Siluettle 2:14
- 6 Brisa del desierto 2:09
- 7 Paradise 4:12
- 8 Alohawaii 4:18
- 9 Adolescentes 4:25
- 10 999 1:58
- 11 El resplandor 3:01
- 12 Rutation 3:06
- 13 Polvareda 3:44
- 14 Nadha 3:00
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