Music Has the Right to Children
Boards of Canada · 1998
71 min · 18 tracks · electronica · ambient · downtempo
A nostalgic soundscape woven with haunting melodies and intricate textures that evoke childhood memories.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim upon its release and has been recognized as a landmark in the ambient genre. It reached number 12 on the UK Albums Chart and has influenced numerous artists across various genres, including electronic music and post-rock, solidifying Boards of Canada's place in music history.
- Best for
- nostalgic soundscapes for reflection gradual builds and payoffs immersive listening for contemplation
- Context
- Released on April 20, 1998, 'Music Has the Right to Children' is Boards of Canada's debut full-length album, following a series of earlier EPs. At this point, the duo was beginning to gain recognition in the electronic music scene, establishing their distinct sound that would influence a generation of ambient and downtempo artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Orb· Aphex Twin· Mike Paradinas
- If this clicks, go next to
- Geogaddi — Continues the nostalgic soundscape with darker themes and complex textures.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wildlife Analysis 1:15
- 2 An Eagle in Your Mind Standout 6:25
- 3 The Color of the Fire 1:45
- 4 Telephasic Workshop 6:35
- 5 Triangles & Rhombuses 1:50
- 6 Sixtyten 5:48
- 7 Turquoise Hexagon Sun 5:07
- 8 Kaini Industries 0:59
- 9 Bocuma 1:35
- 10 Roygbiv Standout 2:31
- 11 Rue the Whirl 6:39
- 12 Aquarius 5:58
- 13 Olson 1:31
- 14 Pete Standing Alone 6:07
- 15 Smokes Quantity 3:07
- 16 Open the Light 4:25
- 17 One Very Important Thought 1:25
- 18 Happy Cycling Standout 7:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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