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Released 20 years ago

Harmony in Ultraviolet

Tim Hecker · 2006

50 min · 15 tracks · electronic

An immersive tapestry of dense textures and haunting melodies that evoke otherworldly landscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • immersive soundscapes for deep listening
  • wave-like pacing for reflective moments
  • haunting melodies evoke introspection
  • dynamic ebb and flow experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Harmony in Ultraviolet' was Tim Hecker's fourth studio album, following his critically acclaimed work 'Mirages.' At this point, he had established himself as a leading figure in the ambient and experimental music scenes, pushing boundaries with his innovative soundscapes.
Stylistic neighbors
Ben Frost· Oneohtrix Point Never· Kangding Ray

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rainbow Blood 1:52
  • 2 Stags, Aircraft, Kings and Secretaries 4:30
  • 3 Palimpsest I 0:35
  • 4 Chimeras 3:13
  • 5 Dungeoneering 5:24
  • 6 Palimpsest II 0:38
  • 7 Spring Heeled Jack Flies Tonight 3:11
  • 8 Harmony in Blue I 1:31
  • 9 Harmony in Blue II 1:52
  • 10 Harmony in Blue III 2:41
  • 11 Harmony in Blue IV 2:02
  • 12 Radio Spiricom 4:52
  • 13 Whitecaps of White Noise I 7:29
  • 14 Whitecaps of White Noise II 5:57
  • 15 Blood Rainbow 4:06

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