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Hear No Evil

Bill Laswell · 1988

42 min · 6 tracks · jazz · dub music

An atmospheric fusion of dub and jazz that immerses listeners in a hypnotic soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo immersive journey
  • hypnotic soundscapes for focus
  • atmospheric background for relaxation
  • thoughtful listening in solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'Hear No Evil' is Bill Laswell's follow-up to his acclaimed work on the group Material. At this point in his career, Laswell was establishing himself as a pivotal figure in avant-garde music, blending genres and collaborating with diverse artists. This album showcases his innovative approach to sound manipulation and rhythm.
Stylistic neighbors
Tackhead· Herbie Hancock· Thievery Corporation

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lost Roads 7:26
  • 2 Bullet Hole Memory 7:13
  • 3 Illinois Central 6:59
  • 4 Assassin 6:24
  • 5 Stations of the Cross 7:13
  • 6 Kingdom Come 7:33

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