Explanation II: Instrumental Themes and Dream Sequences
The Olivia Tremor Control · 1999
68 min · 9 tracks · indie rock
A surreal blend of ethereal melodies and layered soundscapes that invites listeners into a dreamlike auditory journey.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cycle 1 — This opening track sets the stage for the album's dreamlike quality with its delicate melodies and atmospheric layers, creating an immersive listening experience.
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Cycle 5 — At over eleven minutes, this track encapsulates the album's exploration of sound through extended instrumental passages, inviting deep contemplation aligned with its evolving motifs.
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Cycle 7 — With its intricate arrangements and shifting dynamics, this piece exemplifies the band's ability to craft complex sonic landscapes that challenge conventional music formats.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dreamlike soundscapes for reflection
- wave-like pacing for deep listening
- gradual builds that invite immersion
- ethereal melodies for creative focus
Maybe skip if you
- seeking immediate gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time of its release in 1999, The Olivia Tremor Control had already established themselves in the indie rock scene with their debut album, 'Music from the Unrealized Film Script: Dusk at Cubist Castle' (1996). 'Explanation II: Instrumental Themes and Dream Sequences' served as an experimental follow-up, showcasing their unique approach to sound and composition while further solidifying their place within the Elephant 6 collective.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neutral Milk Hotel· The Apples in Stereo· of Montreal
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cycle 1 8:09
- 2 Cycle 2 5:00
- 3 Cycle 3 7:42
- 4 Cycle 4 7:01
- 5 Cycle 5 11:38
- 6 Cycle 6 3:14
- 7 Cycle 7 10:56
- 8 Cycle 8 9:08
- 9 Cycle 9 5:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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