No Business
Negativland · 2005
36 min · 9 tracks · experimental music
A collage of soundscapes blending humor, cultural critique, and experimental textures across a diverse auditory landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Downloading — This lengthy track encapsulates the album's critical engagement with digital culture and the implications of online sharing, utilizing a mix of samples and spoken word.
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God Bull — With its satirical take on religion and consumerism, this track exemplifies Negativland's signature blend of humor and social commentary, making it a standout piece.
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No Business Again — At just under a minute long, this track cleverly revisits the themes of the title track in a concise format, showcasing their ability to condense complex ideas into brief statements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of sound collage
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- biting social commentary throughout
- short interludes for reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'No Business' was released in 2005, Negativland was already well-known for their innovative approach to sound art and media manipulation, following the controversial release of 'Dispepsi' in 1996. This album arrived after years of evolving their craft, solidifying their place in the avant-garde scene as they continued to push boundaries with conceptual audio projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Residents· Throbbing Gristle· John Zorn
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Old Is New 1:19
- 2 No Business 4:13
- 3 Downloading 9:51
- 4 Favorite Things 1:58
- 5 God Bull 4:59
- 6 Keep Rollin' 3:12
- 7 Piece a Pie 8:40
- 8 New Is Old 1:32
- 9 No Business Again 0:37
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