What makes Indigo Meadow by The Black Angels notable?

'Indigo Meadow' debuted at number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing the band's growing popularity. The album received positive reviews from critics, particularly for its cohesion and atmospheric quality, further cementing The Black Angels' influence within the modern psychedelic rock scene. Released on April 1, 2013, 'Indigo Meadow' is The Black Angels' fourth studio album, following their 2010 release 'Phosphene Dream'. At this point in their career, the band solidified their signature psychedelic rock sound while exploring new sonic textures and lyrical themes.

Who is Indigo Meadow for?

Indigo Meadow works well if you're into steady mid-tempo hypnotic flow, dreamlike state for reflection and background warmth for casual listening.

How many songs are on Indigo Meadow?

Indigo Meadow has 13 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Indigo Meadow

The Black Angels · 2013

45 min · 13 tracks · psychedelic rock

A hypnotic blend of swirling guitars and pulsing rhythms that conjures a vivid, dreamlike atmosphere.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Indigo Meadow — The title track encapsulates the album's ethereal essence with its lush instrumentation and introspective lyrics, setting the tone for the entire project.
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Evil Things — This track features driving rhythms and haunting vocals that explore themes of inner conflict, representing the darker side of the album's narrative.
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Don’t Play With Guns — A poignant commentary on violence, this track showcases the band's ability to fuse social critique with captivating melodies and a hypnotic groove.
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I Hear Colors (Chromaesthesia) — This song stands out for its experimental soundscapes and intriguing exploration of synesthesia, highlighting the band's adventurous spirit in pushing musical boundaries.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

57 /100

Foothills

Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

The album effectively creates an immersive atmosphere but relies on familiar structures within its genre.

What we noticed

The first track features a gradual build-up with layered guitars that create a dense, immersive soundscape.
Several tracks incorporate repetitive motifs that enhance the hypnotic quality, particularly in 'I Hear Colors (Chromaesthesia)'.
The album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, with only slight variations in dynamics across its runtime.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

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

steady mid-tempo hypnotic flow
dreamlike state for reflection
background warmth for casual listening
short tracks for quick engagement

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy excitement
prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on April 1, 2013, 'Indigo Meadow' is The Black Angels' fourth studio album, following their 2010 release 'Phosphene Dream'. At this point in their career, the band solidified their signature psychedelic rock sound while exploring new sonic textures and lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors: The Brian Jonestown Massacre· Spiritualized· Tame Impala