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Noise

Boris · 2014

57 min · 8 tracks · noise rock · stoner rock · sludge metal

A sprawling sonic landscape where droning textures intertwine with ethereal melodies and unpredictable shifts in intensity.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with peaks ethereal melodies and textures wave-like pacing throughout
Context
When 'Noise' was released in 2014, Boris was already an established force in the experimental music scene, following their acclaimed album 'Heavy Rocks' in 2011. This release marked a continuation of their exploration into diverse soundscapes, showcasing their ability to blend genres and push boundaries further into avant-garde territory.
If you like
noise rock, stoner rock, sludge metal

Noise is an album by Boris, released in 2014. A sprawling sonic landscape where droning textures intertwine with ethereal melodies and unpredictable shifts in intensity. 'Noise' received significant acclaim from critics, praised for its ambitious structure and innovation within the drone metal genre. It solidified Boris's reputation as trailblazers, influencing a wave of contemporary underground artists drawn to similar sonic experimentation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Noise sound like?

A sprawling sonic landscape where droning textures intertwine with ethereal melodies and unpredictable shifts in intensity. Rooted in noise rock and stoner rock.

What makes Noise by Boris notable?

'Noise' received significant acclaim from critics, praised for its ambitious structure and innovation within the drone metal genre. It solidified Boris's reputation as trailblazers, influencing a wave of contemporary underground artists drawn to similar sonic experimentation. When 'Noise' was released in 2014, Boris was already an established force in the experimental music scene, following their acclaimed album 'Heavy Rocks' in 2011. This release marked a continuation of their exploration into diverse soundscapes, showcasing their ability to blend genres and push boundaries further into avant-garde territory.

Who is Noise for?

Noise works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, ethereal melodies and textures and wave-like pacing throughout.

How many songs are on Noise?

Noise has 8 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Tracklist

8 tracks·57:55

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

  • 1 Melody Standout 6:39
  • 2 Vanilla 4:15
  • 3 Ghost of Romance Standout 5:49
  • 4 Heavy Rain 6:12
  • 5 Taiyo no Baka 3:36
  • 6 Angel Standout 18:41
  • 7 Quicksilver 9:50
  • 8 Siesta 2:50

Release Date

January 1, 2014

Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

57 min 55 sec