What makes Molotov and Haze by Bass Communion notable?

This album is significant for its contribution to the ambient genre, showcasing Wilson's ability to create immersive environments through lengthy compositions. It has been noted for its critical reception in niche music circles, further solidifying Bass Communion's influence on contemporary ambient artists. By the time 'Molotov and Haze' was released in 2008, Bass Communion, the project of Steven Wilson, was already well-established in the ambient and drone music scene. This album followed the critically lauded 'Ghosts on Magnetic Tape' from 2007, marking a continuation of Wilson's experimental approach to sound design.

How many songs are on Molotov and Haze?

Molotov and Haze has 4 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.

Molotov and Haze

Bass Communion · 2008

64 min · 4 tracks · ambient music

A sprawling exploration of ambient textures, where soundscapes drift and dissolve into each other over extended durations.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Molotov 1502 — The opening track sets the tone with its rich layers of drones that gradually evolve, drawing listeners into a meditative state.
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Glacial 1602 — This piece exemplifies the album's thematic exploration of slow movement and stillness, using sparse instrumentation to evoke a sense of vastness.
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Haze 1402 — As the longest track, it encapsulates the essence of the album with its gradual build-up and enveloping soundscape that invites introspection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

65 /100

Treeline

Higher than 88% of albums we've rated

The album excels in creating immersive soundscapes but lacks standout compositional elements.

What we noticed

Each track exceeds 14 minutes, allowing for gradual development of sound textures and themes.
The album features long, sustained notes that blend into one another, creating a seamless flow between tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 9/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Molotov 1502 15:30
2 Glacial 1602 13:10
3 Corrosive 1702 12:26
4 Haze 1402 23:10

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