What makes My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky by Swans notable?

The album received widespread critical acclaim upon release, with significant praise from outlets like Pitchfork and The Quietus. Its influence is noted in the resurgence of interest in experimental rock and the avant-garde scene. Additionally, it debuted at number 55 on the Billboard 200 chart, indicating strong commercial performance for an avant-garde project. My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky marks Swans' return after a 14-year hiatus, following their breakup in 1997. This album is considered a pivotal moment in their career, showcasing a blend of their earlier brutal sound with newfound melodic elements. It set the stage for their subsequent works and redefined their artistic direction.

Who is My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky for?

My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and haunting, atmospheric soundscapes.

How many songs are on My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky?

My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky has 8 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky

Swans · 2010

44 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · post-punk

A visceral exploration of dark soundscapes intertwined with haunting melodies and relentless rhythms.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
haunting, atmospheric soundscapes
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky marks Swans' return after a 14-year hiatus, following their breakup in 1997. This album is considered a pivotal moment in their career, showcasing a blend of their earlier brutal sound with newfound melodic elements. It set the stage for their subsequent works and redefined their artistic direction.
Stylistic neighbors: Godspeed You! Black Emperor· The Young Gods· Neurosis

Tracklist

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

1 No Words / No Thoughts 9:24
2 Reeling the Liars In 2:20
3 Jim 6:46
4 My Birth 3:52
5 You Fucking People Make Me Sick 5:08
6 Inside Madeline 6:37
7 Eden Prison 6:03
8 Little Mouth 4:12

What to play next

Listen next

The Seer

2012

Go back to

Forever Burned

2003

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