Hexagons EP
Esben and the Witch · 2011
19 min · 6 tracks · post-rock
A haunting blend of atmospheric soundscapes and pulsating rhythms that draw listeners into a meditative state.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hexagons II (The Flight) — This track exemplifies the band's blend of ethereal vocals and intricate instrumentation, creating a sense of urgency that contrasts with the EP's overall ambient nature.
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Hexagons III (The Surge) — With its dynamic build-up and climactic release, this track captures the essence of tension and release that permeates the EP, showcasing the band's compositional prowess.
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Hexagons IV (The Still) — This piece stands out for its minimalist approach, allowing space for reflection amid the more intense tracks, highlighting the band’s range and emotional depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe EP excels in creating immersive soundscapes with strong cohesion but has limited broader impact.
What we noticed
- Each track is structured around a central theme, gradually building layers of sound that evolve over their duration.
- There is a consistent use of reverb and delay effects that enhance the atmospheric quality of the music.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- dreamlike soundscapes for reflection
- brief yet immersive listening experience
- haunting melodies that linger
- evocative atmosphere for solitude
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat and energetic tracks
- seek traditional song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Hexagons EP, released in January 2011, followed Esben and the Witch's debut album, Violet Cries. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the post-rock genre, experimenting with longer compositions that would define their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sigur Rós· Godspeed You! Black Emperor· This Will Destroy You
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hexagons I (The Fall) 2:38
- 2 Hexagons II (The Flight) 4:14
- 3 Hexagons III (The Surge) 3:06
- 4 Hexagons IV (The Still) 3:20
- 5 Hexagons V (The Cast) 4:06
- 6 Hexagons VI (The Thaw) 2:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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