Fantasma
Baustelle · 2013
72 min · 19 tracks · indie rock
A cinematic blend of orchestral arrangements and dark indie rock, enveloping listeners in haunting narratives.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nessuno Start here — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of existential themes with its haunting melodies and introspective lyrics that linger long after listening.
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Diorama — With its expansive soundscape and intricate arrangement, this song serves as a centerpiece, merging orchestral elements with modern indie rock sensibilities.
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La morte (non esiste più) — This track poignantly addresses themes of mortality and existence with an evocative lyrical approach, showcasing the band's depth in storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Fantasma combines orchestral arrangements with indie rock, creating a cohesive narrative experience across its runtime.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a cinematic instrumental track that sets a haunting tone, followed by a series of songs that blend orchestral elements with dark rock.
- The running time is extended with interludes and ambient pieces, which contribute to the overall narrative flow rather than interrupting it.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- surreal auditory landscape exploration
- wave-like pacing with interludes
- thoughtful reflections on existence
- immersive journey through introspection
- haunting melodies for deep focus
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases ambitious concepts and received critical acclaim, marking a high point in their evolution.
- Themes
- Italian literary allusions· orchestral melancholy· mortality reflections
- Career context
- By the release of 'Fantasma', Baustelle had established themselves as a significant force in Italian indie rock following their 2010 album 'Amen'. This record marked their continued evolution, showcasing their ability to intertwine literary themes and complex musicality, further solidifying their artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The National· Interpol· Death Cab for Cutie
Tracklist
- 1 Fantasma (Titoli di testa) 2:03
- 2 Nessuno Start here 5:46
- 3 La morte (non esiste più) 4:24
- 4 Nessuno muore 0:15
- 5 Diorama 6:59
- 6 Primo principio di estinzione 0:21
- 7 Monumentale 4:02
- 8 Il finale 5:07
- 9 Fantasma (Intervallo) 1:37
- 10 Cristina 5:35
- 11 Il futuro 5:18
- 12 Secondo principio di estinzione 0:37
- 13 Maya colpisce ancora 4:42
- 14 L'orizzonte degli eventi 2:57
- 15 La natura 3:51
- 16 Contà l'inverni 5:07
- 17 L'estinzione della razza umana 4:44
- 18 Radioattività 6:02
- 19 Fantasma (Titoli di coda) 3:15
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Boxer
The National
Shares a similar orchestral melancholy and introspective narratives, with rich instrumentation.
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Combines haunting melodies with themes of mortality and personal reflection, creating a deeply emotional atmosphere.
Push the Sky Away
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds
Explores dark narratives and orchestral arrangements, enveloping listeners in a cinematic soundscape.
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