Margerine Eclipse
Stereolab · 2004
53 min · 12 tracks · indie rock
A dreamy blend of hypnotic melodies and experimental textures, merging pop sensibilities with avant-garde influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cosmic Country Noir — This track stands out with its infectious groove and intertwining harmonies, showcasing Stereolab's ability to merge genres effortlessly.
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Margerine Rock — With its short runtime and catchy hook, this track encapsulates the playful yet cerebral nature of the album, highlighting Stereolab's knack for brevity.
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Dear Marge — The lengthy exploration in this closing track allows for an immersive listening experience, reflecting the band's willingness to push sonic boundaries.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases sophisticated arrangements and unique song structures that reflect Stereolab's experimental approach.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered instrumentation, with synthesizers and guitars intertwining throughout most tracks.
- Vocals are delivered in a soft, almost detached manner, blending into the overall sound rather than standing out as focal points.
- 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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- layered, dense sonic textures
- contemplative introspective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2004, Margerine Eclipse is Stereolab's seventh studio album, following the critically acclaimed Sound-Dust. At this point in their career, the band was refining their unique sound while continuing to experiment with rhythm and melody after the departure of founding member Mary Hansen.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tortoise· The High Llamas· Broadcast
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Need to Be
The lyrics shift from abstract imagery to a more direct plea for connection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Vonal Declosion 3:33
- 2 Need to Be 4:50
- 3 "...Sudden Stars" 4:41
- 4 Cosmic Country Noir 4:47
- 5 La Demeure 4:36
- 6 Margerine Rock 2:55
- 7 The Man With 100 Cells 3:47
- 8 Margerine Melodie 6:18
- 9 Hillbilly Motobike 2:22
- 10 Feel and Triple 4:53
- 11 Bop Scotch 3:59
- 12 Dear Marge 6:56
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