What makes Eisenhower by The Slip notable?

'Eisenhower' received positive reviews from critics, including features in outlets like Pitchfork and AllMusic, highlighting its innovative approach to genre blending. The album also played a role in the burgeoning indie rock scene of the mid-2000s, influencing other artists seeking to merge complex musical structures with accessible melodies. Released in January 2006, 'Eisenhower' marked The Slip's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed project 'Until the Morning' in 2004. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound, intertwining elements of jazz and rock while gaining a dedicated following.

How many songs are on Eisenhower?

Eisenhower has 11 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Eisenhower

The Slip · 2006

52 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A complex blend of jazz-infused rock and experimental textures, merging intricate musicianship with lyrical introspection.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Children of December — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its intricate arrangement and reflective lyrics that explore themes of nostalgia and change.
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Even Rats — A standout track that showcases the band's ability to balance energetic rhythms with thoughtful lyrical content, making it a fan favorite.
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The Soft Machine — This track exemplifies The Slip's experimental side, featuring an engaging mix of instrumental improvisation and thought-provoking lyrics that challenge conventional song structures.
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Mothwing Bite — With its concise runtime and vivid imagery, this track encapsulates the album's themes of fleeting moments and introspection in just a few minutes.

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 complex musicianship and genre blending, though it may not resonate widely beyond its niche.

What we noticed

The album features extended instrumental sections where the guitar and keyboards engage in intricate call-and-response patterns.
The last three tracks gradually reduce in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album's journey.

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 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Children of December 4:49
2 Even Rats 5:33
3 If One of Us Should Fall 5:26
4 Airplane/Primitive 6:52
5 Suffocation Keep 5:20
6 First Panda in Space 2:20
7 The Soft Machine 4:21
8 Life in Disguise 3:45
9 Mothwing Bite 3:27
10 The Original Blue Air 2:24
11 Paper Birds 8:19

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