Extended Play Two
Broadcast · 2000
20 min · 5 tracks · electronic music
A shimmering blend of haunting melodies and experimental structures, enveloping listeners in hypnotic electronic soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Illumination — The opening track sets a captivating tone with its ethereal vocals and layered instrumentation, embodying the dreamy qualities that define the EP.
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Unchanging Window / Chord Simple — This piece stands out for its experimental structure and rhythmic playfulness, demonstrating Broadcast's willingness to push boundaries within the electronic genre.
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Poem of Dead Song — With its concise duration and poignant sound, this track encapsulates the haunting essence of the EP while showcasing the band's lyrical depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe EP showcases innovative electronic structures and strong craftsmanship, making it distinct within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first track features a repetitive melodic motif that gradually layers additional textures, creating a sense of build-up.
- The second track combines ambient soundscapes with rhythmic elements, shifting between sections without clear verse-chorus structures.
- The final two tracks introduce more percussive elements, with 'Drums on Fire' culminating in an energetic climax that contrasts the preceding pieces.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dreamlike soundscapes for introspection
- short bursts of ethereal beauty
- playful exploration of sonic textures
- captivating melodies for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer long, traditional albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Extended Play Two was Broadcast's follow-up to their acclaimed debut album, The Noise Made by People. At this stage, the band was solidifying their unique style that fused vintage pop aesthetics with modern electronic experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Stereolab· The United States of America· Air
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Illumination 3:17
- 2 Unchanging Window / Chord Simple 7:02
- 3 A Man for Atlantis 3:14
- 4 Poem of Dead Song 2:31
- 5 Drums on Fire 4:33
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