What makes Dilate by Vessels notable?

Dilate received positive reviews from critics, praised for its innovative sound and production quality. The album's experimental approach resonated within the post-rock community and influenced subsequent acts in blending electronic music with live instrumentation. Released on January 1, 2015, Dilate is Vessels' third studio album, following their critically acclaimed record, Heliosphere. At this point, the band was solidifying their unique sound by incorporating more electronic elements while maintaining their post-rock foundation, showcasing their evolution as artists.

Dilate works well if you're into immersive soundscapes, extended tracks for deep focus and reflective moments of stillness.

How many songs are on Dilate?

Dilate has 14 tracks, running approximately 87 minutes.

Dilate

Vessels · 2015

87 min · 14 tracks · post-rock

A hypnotic blend of intricate rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes weaving through the realms of post-rock and electronic music.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Vertical — The opening track sets the tone with its expansive build-up and layered instrumentation, establishing a sonic landscape that encapsulates the album's essence.
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Echo In — This track showcases a captivating interplay between melodic elements and rhythmic complexity, highlighting Vessels' ability to create immersive auditory experiences.
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On Monos — With its dynamic shifts and ethereal textures, this piece exemplifies the band's skill in crafting emotional depth within an instrumental framework.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a strong blend of post-rock and electronic elements but is less cohesive due to the remix tracks at the end.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually, layering intricate rhythms and textures before reaching climactic moments.
Several tracks incorporate electronic elements, such as glitchy beats and synth pads, which blend seamlessly with traditional post-rock instrumentation.
The last three tracks feature remixes that reinterpret earlier themes, creating a distinct shift in mood and style compared to the original compositions.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

immersive soundscapes
extended tracks for deep focus
reflective moments of stillness
rhythmic intricacies to explore
late-night contemplative listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer quick, upbeat tracks
seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2015, Dilate is Vessels' third studio album, following their critically acclaimed record, Heliosphere. At this point, the band was solidifying their unique sound by incorporating more electronic elements while maintaining their post-rock foundation, showcasing their evolution as artists.
Stylistic neighbors: Godspeed You! Black Emperor· Explosions in the Sky· Sigur Rós