God Is an Astronaut
God Is an Astronaut · 2008
61 min · 10 tracks · post-rock
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with powerful crescendos, creating a vast auditory journey that evokes emotional landscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Post Mortem — This track stands out for its haunting melodies layered over driving rhythms, encapsulating the essence of the band's sound while invoking deep emotional responses.
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Snowfall — Through its delicate build-up and climactic release, 'Snowfall' exemplifies the band's ability to create immersive environments, making it a cornerstone of the album.
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Loss — 'Loss' serves as a poignant conclusion with its extended length, allowing listeners to fully experience the emotional weight and depth of the overall narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's atmospheric compositions and dynamic structures create an engaging post-rock experience.
What we noticed
- Each track typically follows a structure of gradual layering, with guitars and synths intertwining to create rich soundscapes.
- Several tracks incorporate moments of silence or minimal instrumentation, allowing the listener to absorb the atmosphere before the next build-up.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
- ethereal soundscapes for reflection
- powerful crescendos that inspire
- immersive auditory journeys unfold
- long tracks that build tension
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, upbeat songs
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, God Is an Astronaut's self-titled album marked the band's fifth studio release, reinforcing their established presence in the post-rock genre. Building on their previous success, this album further refined their sound and showcased their evolution as artists committed to crafting expansive instrumental narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Explosions in the Sky· Sigur Rós· Mogwai
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shadows 5:13
- 2 Post Mortem 5:53
- 3 Echoes 5:14
- 4 Snowfall 6:43
- 5 First Day of Sun 3:41
- 6 No Return 7:06
- 7 Zodiac 5:42
- 8 Remaining Light 5:31
- 9 Shores of Orion 5:20
- 10 Loss 10:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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