Haha Sound
Broadcast · 2003
44 min · 14 tracks · electronic
A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi textures and ethereal melodies that evoke a dreamlike atmosphere.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews from various publications, including a 7.9 rating from Pitchfork. It marked an important moment for Broadcast as they began to influence the burgeoning electronic and indie pop scenes, ultimately helping to shape the sound of the early 2000s.
- Best for
- dreamlike atmosphere for introspection steady flow for focused listening kaleidoscopic sounds for exploration
- Context
- Haha Sound is Broadcast's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed debut, The Noise Made by People. By this time in 2003, the band was solidifying their unique sound, characterized by a mix of experimental pop and electronic influences, while continuing to gain recognition within the British music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Avalanches· Moby· Nicolas Jaar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Colour Me In 2:51
- 2 Pendulum Standout 4:21
- 3 Before We Begin 3:22
- 4 Valerie Standout 4:04
- 5 Man Is Not a Bird Standout 4:52
- 6 Minim 3:00
- 7 Lunch Hour Pops 3:36
- 8 Black Umbrellas 1:08
- 9 Ominous Cloud 3:46
- 10 Distorsion 2:02
- 11 Oh How I Miss You 1:17
- 12 The Little Bell 2:48
- 13 Winter Now 3:48
- 14 Hawk 3:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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