Klatter
Boris · 2011
42 min · 5 tracks · noise rock
A dense tapestry of feedback and layered textures unfolds, blending elements of drone, sludge, and noise into a hypnotic experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Akuma no Uta Start here — This track combines haunting melodies with heavy distortion, encapsulating the band's ability to evoke emotion through intense soundscapes.
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Jane — At over thirteen minutes long, this track exemplifies Boris's penchant for extended compositions that gradually build intensity and depth.
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Naki Kyoku — The lengthy duration and meditative quality of this piece highlight the band’s capability to create immersive atmospheres through repetitive motifs.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Klatter's dense soundscapes and experimental approach create a unique listening experience within noise rock.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief ambient piece that sets a tone of dissonance before transitioning into heavier, more chaotic tracks.
- Each track features long instrumental sections where feedback and distortion build gradually, creating a sense of immersion.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- meditative soundscapes for focus
- dynamic progression with peaks
- haunting melodies for introspection
- wave-like pacing for immersion
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast tempos
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Klatter showcases a deliberate departure into complex soundscapes, deepening Boris's experimental reputation.
- Themes
- immersive soundscapes· feedback-laden textures· experimental improvisation
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Klatter marked Boris's continued exploration of experimental sound after their acclaimed 2008 album, Smile. This period was characterized by the band's willingness to delve deeper into improvisation and unconventional structures, showcasing their growth as avant-garde musicians.
Tracklist
- 1 Introduction 3:45
- 2 Akuma no Uta Start here 5:36
- 3 Jane 13:10
- 4 Klatter 1 4:53
- 5 Naki Kyoku 15:23
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