Hazyville
Actress · 2008
44 min · 11 tracks · electronic
A fragmented tapestry of electronic textures and rhythms that evoke a dreamlike, disorienting atmosphere.
Why this album works
This album received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to electronic music, helping to define the sound of post-dubstep. It influenced a wave of artists within the UK underground scene and was heralded by publications like Pitchfork, which praised its experimental nature.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of sound dreamlike, disorienting atmosphere wave-like pacing and flow
- Context
- Hazyville is Actress's debut album, released in 2008, marking his entry into the electronic music scene. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from producing tracks and remixes to establishing himself as a standalone artist with a unique sonic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Avalanches· Moby· Nicolas Jaar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Again the Addiction Standout 3:52
- 2 Hazylude 0:35
- 3 Doggin’ 3:45
- 4 Ivy May Gilpin 5:17
- 5 I Can’t Forgive You Standout 3:56
- 6 Crushed 3:18
- 7 Redit 124 3:24
- 8 Againlude 1:31
- 9 Hazyville Standout 5:37
- 10 Mincin 6:36
- 11 Green Gal 6:54
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