Imagine This Is a High Dimensional Space of All Possibilities
James Holden · 2023
64 min · 12 tracks · electronic music
A meditative blend of intricate electronic layers and hypnotic rhythms inviting listeners into a surreal sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Contains Multitudes — Spanning over nine minutes, this track intricately weaves together an evolving tapestry of sound that encapsulates the album's explorative essence, highlighting Holden’s mastery of texture.
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The Missing Key — This track stands out with its ethereal melodies and rhythmic complexity, serving as a pivotal moment on the album where themes of uncertainty and discovery emerge prominently.
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Infinite Fadeout — Closing the album, this track utilizes gradual layering and ambient soundscapes to create a sense of resolution, inviting reflection on the journey through the preceding tracks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's intricate layering and consistent pacing create an immersive experience that rewards repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The album features long, evolving tracks that often build layers gradually, creating a sense of depth and immersion.
- Several tracks incorporate field recordings and organic sounds, blending them seamlessly with electronic elements.
- 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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8/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Upon releasing 'Imagine This Is a High Dimensional Space of All Possibilities,' James Holden was exploring new artistic territories after his critically acclaimed album 'The Animal Spirits' in 2017. This album marks Holden's continued evolution as a producer, showcasing his interest in complex soundscapes and immersive experiences that challenge traditional electronic music boundaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Four Tet· Sasha· Nicolas Jaar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Are in a Clearing 2:50
- 2 Contains Multitudes 9:14
- 3 Common Land 5:21
- 4 Trust Your Feet 6:43
- 5 The Missing Key 3:35
- 6 In the End You’ll Know 6:27
- 7 Continuous Revolution 5:46
- 8 Four Ways Down the Valley 3:55
- 9 Worlds Collide Mountains Form 3:35
- 10 The Answer Is Yes 6:31
- 11 Infinite Fadeout 4:59
- 12 You Can Never Go Back 5:43
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