Konoyo
Tim Hecker · 2018
59 min · 7 tracks · electronic
Ethereal soundscapes blend intricate textures and haunting melodies, creating a meditative auditory experience.
Why this album works
'Konoyo' received widespread acclaim for its innovative approach to ambient music, landing on numerous year-end lists, including Pitchfork's Best Ambient Albums of 2018. The album's intricate layering and emotive qualities have influenced a new wave of artists within the electronic and ambient scenes.
- Best for
- meditative auditory exploration gradual build to climax ethereal soundscapes for reflection
- Context
- By the time 'Konoyo' was released in 2018, Tim Hecker had established himself as a prominent figure in experimental electronic music. This album followed his critically acclaimed work 'Love Streams' from 2016, showcasing his continued exploration of ambient sound and texture while incorporating new compositional techniques influenced by Japanese aesthetics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Avalanches· Moby· Nicolas Jaar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Life 8:42
- 2 In Death Valley Standout 5:36
- 3 Is a Rose Petal of the Dying Crimson Light 3:26
- 4 Keyed Out 9:45
- 5 In Mother Earth Phase 10:26
- 6 A Sodium Codec Haze Standout 5:46
- 7 Across to Anoyo Standout 15:25
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