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Fontana Bella

Austin TV · 2007

53 min · 9 tracks · post-rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with intricate guitar melodies, creating a vast sonic landscape that invites introspection and exploration.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Ana No Te Fallé — This opening track sets the tone for the entire album with its sweeping melodies and dynamic shifts, immediately drawing listeners into Austin TV's distinctive sound world.
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    Marduk — With its driving rhythms and layered instrumentation, Marduk exemplifies the band's ability to blend intensity with atmospheric calm, showcasing their range as musicians.
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    Mientras Las Hojas Caen — This track features a poignant build-up that captures the essence of change and reflection through its gradual crescendo, highlighting the emotional depth present throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
63 /100
Treeline
Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate soundscapes and evolving themes create an immersive listening experience.

What we noticed

  • The album features long, flowing tracks that often exceed five minutes, allowing for gradual development of themes.
  • Guitar melodies are layered with ambient textures, creating a rich soundscape that evolves throughout each piece.
  • Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts in volume and intensity, providing moments of both tension and release.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

  • El Secreto (De Las Luciérnagas)

    The narrative shifts from abstract imagery to a more grounded reflection on fleeting moments of beauty.

    This shift emphasizes a contrast between ethereal themes and tangible experiences, enriching the song's emotional complexity.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ana No Te Fallé. B 5:24
  • 2 Voces Iluminadas Por Sonrientes 4:44
  • 3 Marduk 4:30
  • 4 El Secreto (De Las Luciérnagas) 5:38
  • 5 Nadie Está Aquí, No Hay Nadie Aquí, Nada Hay Aquí 6:48
  • 6 Flores Sobre Las Piedras 4:13
  • 7 Shiva 3:37
  • 8 Mientras Las Hojas Caen 4:45
  • 9 Voló Al Cielo 13:24

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