Magic Oneohtrix Point Never
Oneohtrix Point Never · 2020
47 min · 17 tracks · electronic · ambient · drone music
A surreal blend of ambient textures and fragmented melodies, evoking a dreamlike landscape of sound.
Why this album works
'Magic Oneohtrix Point Never' received widespread acclaim, with many critics highlighting its adventurous structure and emotional depth. The album's impact is underscored by its nomination for Best Electronic Album at the 2021 Grammys, showcasing Lopatin's significant influence within contemporary electronic music.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- By the time 'Magic Oneohtrix Point Never' was released in October 2020, Daniel Lopatin, the man behind Oneohtrix Point Never, had established himself as a pioneering figure in experimental electronic music. This album followed his critically acclaimed score for the film 'Good Time' (2017) and marked a continuation of his explorative soundscapes while integrating more personal themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Vision Eternel· Blanck Mass· Bass Communion
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- Again — Continues the surreal and experimental soundscapes found in the current album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cross Talk I 0:22
- 2 Auto & Allo 3:21
- 3 Long Road Home 3:32
- 4 Cross Talk II 0:49
- 5 I Don’t Love Me Anymore Standout 2:54
- 6 Bow Ecco 2:11
- 7 The Whether Channel Standout 6:08
- 8 No Nightmares 4:06
- 9 Cross Talk III 0:12
- 10 Tales From the Trash Stratum 3:28
- 11 Answering Machine 0:58
- 12 Imago 3:48
- 13 Cross Talk IV / Radio Lonelys 1:08
- 14 Lost but Never Alone Standout 4:18
- 15 Shifting 1:54
- 16 Wave Idea 3:21
- 17 Nothing’s Special 4:38
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