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Mahlanjuoksuttaja

Absoluuttinen Nollapiste · 2005

49 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant tapestry of intricate melodies and thoughtful lyrics that weave between alternative, art, and progressive rock sensibilities.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Missä on kaikki mitä rakastan? — The opening track encapsulates the album's introspective nature with a haunting melody that sets the tone for the rest of the record while exploring themes of loss.
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    Miten tässä vielä käy? — This track features a catchy chorus paired with existential lyrics, reflecting the band's knack for balancing accessibility with deeper philosophical inquiries.
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    Mahlanjuoksuttaja — As the title track, it embodies the album's central motifs through its complex structure and evocative lyrics, making it a standout representation of their artistic vision.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for thoughtful reflection
  • dreamlike soundscapes for introspection
  • existential musings in lyrical form
  • consistent development with emotional resolution

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat and fast tempos
  • seek standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, Mahlanjuoksuttaja is Absoluuttinen Nollapiste's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record, Kylmä tila. At this point in their career, the band had already established a unique sound in the Finnish music scene and was exploring deeper thematic content and complex musical arrangements.
Stylistic neighbors
Sigur Rós· Radiohead· The National

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Missä on kaikki mitä rakastan? 7:15
  • 2 Miten tässä vielä käy? 2:59
  • 3 Milloin näiden vaikutus lakkaa? 5:12
  • 4 Ruukunvalajat 4:40
  • 5 Mikä meitä vaivaa? 4:19
  • 6 Nielenkö todisteet? 4:12
  • 7 Eksynyt marjastaja 4:25
  • 8 Onko meiltä kuulunut meteliä? 4:02
  • 9 Aution saaren irtain 5:16
  • 10 Mahlanjuoksuttaja 7:15

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