Odelay
Beck · 1996
59 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · soul
A kaleidoscopic blend of genres where hip-hop beats collide with eclectic instrumentation and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- kaleidoscopic sound exploration dynamic flow with peaks playful irreverence throughout tracks
- Context
- Released on June 17, 1996, 'Odelay' emerged as Beck's second studio album following his breakthrough hit 'Loser'. This album solidified his reputation as a genre-defying artist, showcasing his ability to fuse alternative rock, hip-hop, and folk influences into a cohesive sound.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, soul
Odelay is an album by Beck, released in 1996. A kaleidoscopic blend of genres where hip-hop beats collide with eclectic instrumentation and introspective lyrics. 'Odelay' received widespread critical acclaim, earning a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album and influencing a wave of indie musicians in the late '90s. The single 'Where It’s At' became emblematic of its era, reaching significant chart positions and cementing Beck's status in the music industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Odelay sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of genres where hip-hop beats collide with eclectic instrumentation and introspective lyrics. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Odelay by Beck notable?
'Odelay' received widespread critical acclaim, earning a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album and influencing a wave of indie musicians in the late '90s. The single 'Where It’s At' became emblematic of its era, reaching significant chart positions and cementing Beck's status in the music industry. Released on June 17, 1996, 'Odelay' emerged as Beck's second studio album following his breakthrough hit 'Loser'. This album solidified his reputation as a genre-defying artist, showcasing his ability to fuse alternative rock, hip-hop, and folk influences into a cohesive sound.
Who is Odelay for?
Odelay works well if you're into kaleidoscopic sound exploration, dynamic flow with peaks and playful irreverence throughout tracks.
How many songs are on Odelay?
Odelay has 15 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Devils Haircut Standout 3:16
- 2 Hotwax 3:51
- 3 Lord Only Knows 4:16
- 4 The New Pollution Standout 3:41
- 5 Derelict 4:14
- 6 Novacane 4:39
- 7 Jack‐Ass 4:13
- 8 Where It’s At Standout 5:32
- 9 Minus 2:34
- 10 Sissyneck 3:54
- 11 Readymade 2:39
- 12 High 5 (Rock the Catskills) 4:12
- 13 Ramshackle 5:48
- 14 Diskobox 3:38
- 15 Clock 3:17
Release Date
June 17, 1996
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
59 min 52 sec
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