Released 20 years ago
Floating World
Anathallo · 2006
54 min · 14 tracks · indie rock
A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements and intricate rhythms intertwines with ethereal vocals, creating a dreamlike sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Genessaret: Going Out Over 30,000 Fathoms of Water — This track exemplifies the band's orchestral approach, combining layered harmonies and dynamic shifts that encapsulate the album's overarching themes of exploration and introspection.
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Hanasakajijii Two: Floating World — As the title track, it beautifully encapsulates the dreamy aesthetic of the album, blending serene melodies with rhythmic complexity that draws listeners into its immersive world.
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The Bruised Reed — This song highlights Anathallo's ability to weave together emotional depth with stunning orchestration, showcasing the band's lyrical prowess alongside its musical intricacy.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and lush arrangements, establishing a distinct sound within indie rock.
What we noticed
- The album features a wide range of instrumentation, including strings, brass, and percussion, creating a rich soundscape that evolves throughout.
- Vocals are layered and often harmonized, with multiple singers contributing to a choral effect that enhances the ethereal quality of the sound.
- The track 'Hanasakajijii Two: Floating World' serves as a centerpiece, blending various motifs introduced in earlier tracks into a cohesive whole.
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Hanasakajijii One: The Angry Neighbor
The narrative shifts from an external observation to an internal conflict as the protagonist reflects on their relationship with a neighbor.
This transition emphasizes personal tension amidst broader themes of community and isolation, demonstrating Anathallo's skill in blending storytelling with emotional depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ame 0:49
- 2 Genessaret: Going Out Over 30,000 Fathoms of Water 5:32
- 3 Hoodwink 5:48
- 4 By Number 5:08
- 5 Dokkoise House: With Face Covered 6:00
- 6 Hanasakajijii Four: A Great Wind, More Ash 4:44
- 7 Hanasakajijii One: The Angry Neighbor 3:10
- 8 Inu: Howling 1:19
- 9 Hanasakajijii Two: Floating World 4:57
- 10 The Bruised Reed 6:04
- 11 Yuki! Yuki! Yuki! 1:13
- 12 Hanasakajijii Three: The Man Who Made Dead Trees Bloom 4:26
- 13 Cuckoo Spitting Blood 3:05
- 14 Kasa No Hone: The Umbrella’s Bones 2:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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