What makes Dark Red by Shlohmo notable?

'Dark Red' was praised for its innovative production techniques and emotional depth, earning Shlohmo critical acclaim and solidifying his place in the electronic music scene. The album received favorable reviews from notable publications such as Pitchfork, which recognized it as a significant work in the ambient and electronic landscape. In 2015, Shlohmo released 'Dark Red' as his first full-length album since the critically acclaimed EP 'Laid Out' in 2014. This record marks a significant evolution in his sound, moving from the experimental beats of earlier projects to a more cohesive exploration of mood and emotion.

Dark Red works well if you're into introspective melancholy for solitude, haunting soundscapes for reflection and patient unfolding of emotional depth.

How many songs are on Dark Red?

Dark Red has 11 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.

Dark Red

Shlohmo · 2015

58 min · 11 tracks · electronic music

A haunting blend of atmospheric textures and pulsating rhythms that evoke a dreamlike state of introspection and melancholy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Ten Days of Falling — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its layered synths and brooding atmosphere, inviting listeners into Shlohmo's intricate sound world.
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Meet Ur Maker — With its haunting vocal samples and pulsating bassline, this track exemplifies Shlohmo's ability to merge emotion with rhythm, creating an immersive listening experience.
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Buried — This track features an evocative soundscape paired with introspective lyrics, showcasing Shlohmo's skill in blending ambient elements with a narrative quality.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album's atmospheric layering and gradual builds create an immersive experience, marking a strong evolution in Shlohmo's sound.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of layered synths that create a dense atmospheric soundscape throughout its duration.
Each track typically builds gradually, often starting with minimal elements before introducing more complex rhythms and textures.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 2/10

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

introspective melancholy for solitude
haunting soundscapes for reflection
patient unfolding of emotional depth
immersive late-night listening experience

Maybe skip if you

seeking upbeat, fast-paced tracks
prefer standalone, catchy singles

Where this album fits

Career context: In 2015, Shlohmo released 'Dark Red' as his first full-length album since the critically acclaimed EP 'Laid Out' in 2014. This record marks a significant evolution in his sound, moving from the experimental beats of earlier projects to a more cohesive exploration of mood and emotion.
Stylistic neighbors: Clams Casino· Mount Kimbie· Balam Acab

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Tracklist

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

1 Ten Days of Falling 4:46
2 Meet Ur Maker 5:23
3 Buried 6:55
4 Emerge from Smoke 4:43
5 Slow Descent 6:20
6 Apathy 5:25
7 Relentless 5:14
8 Ditch 4:41
9 Remains 3:28
10 Fading 6:08
11 Beams 5:23

What to play next

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