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Field Studies

This Will Destroy You · 2009

26 min · 5 tracks · post-rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with heavy crescendos, evoking a sense of both despair and beauty.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ethereal soundscapes with crescendos
  • gradual rise to emotional climax
  • immersive headphone detail exploration
  • short yet impactful listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks immediate gratification
  • prefers standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2009, 'Field Studies' is This Will Destroy You's follow-up to their self-titled debut album. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the post-rock scene, building upon the critical acclaim from their first release. The EP showcases their evolution towards more intricate compositions and expansive sound textures.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Brutalism and the Worship of the Machine 11:09
  • 2 Freedom Blade 4:01
  • 3 Processed Spirits 4:15
  • 4 Notations 3:47
  • 5 Narita 3:08

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