What makes Kindred by Burial notable?

Kindred is notable for its impact on the future garage and ambient music genres, showcasing Burial's unique ability to merge intricate production with raw emotion. The EP received widespread critical acclaim, appearing on numerous year-end lists and influencing a generation of electronic artists through its innovative approach to rhythm and mood. By the time Burial released Kindred in January 2012, he was already recognized as a pioneering figure in the UK electronic music scene, following his acclaimed self-titled debut album and the critically lauded Untrue. This EP further solidified his distinctive sound, characterized by atmospheric soundscapes and emotional depth, continuing to build on the foundation laid by his earlier works.

How many songs are on Kindred?

Kindred has 3 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Kindred

Burial · 2012

30 min · 3 tracks · ambient music

A haunting blend of ambient textures and fractured beats that evokes a sense of urban solitude and introspection.

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Kindred — The title track seamlessly combines layered vocals with deep bass and intricate drum patterns, encapsulating the essence of Burial's ethereal sound.
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Loner — This track stands out for its use of dissonant melodies and sparse instrumentation, creating an unsettling yet captivating atmosphere that reflects themes of isolation.
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Ashtray Wasp — Featuring haunting vocal samples interspersed with glitchy beats, this track exemplifies Burial's signature style while exploring deeper emotional narratives.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

77 /100

Summit

Higher than 99% of albums we've rated

Kindred showcases Burial's intricate production and unique soundscapes, solidifying his influence in ambient music.

What we noticed

Each track features layered ambient textures that create a sense of depth and space, often punctuated by fragmented beats.
The EP maintains a consistent tempo throughout, with subtle shifts in dynamics that evoke a feeling of urban solitude.
The use of vocal samples is minimal and heavily processed, serving more as an atmospheric element than as traditional lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 9/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Kindred 11:25
2 Loner 7:29
3 Ashtray Wasp 11:45

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