OK Calculator
TV on the Radio · 2002
73 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi rock, experimental sounds, and poignant lyrics that pulse with urban energy.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to genre blending and was noted for its impact on the early 2000s indie rock movement. It helped establish TV on the Radio as a significant force within alternative music, influencing later artists and garnering a devoted fanbase despite minimal commercial visibility initially.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with surprises extended centerpiece for deep focus urban energy in every track
- Context
- Released as TV on the Radio's debut album, 'OK Calculator' marked the band's entry into the music scene following their formation in 2001. At this time, they were honing their unique sound that combined elements of punk, jazz, and electronic music, setting the stage for their subsequent rise in indie rock prominence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Green Day· Linkin Park· Beck· Lana Del Rey· Nine Inch Nails· Tori Amos· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Freeway 2:15
- 2 Say You Do Standout 5:17
- 3 Pulse of Pete 3:32
- 4 Me - I 3:15
- 5 Buffalo Girls 2:54
- 6 Ending of a Show 1:05
- 7 Hurt You Standout 6:24
- 8 Netti Fritti con Volante 5:10
- 9 Yr God 2:31
- 10 On a Train Standout 16:03
- 11 Sheba Baby 3:51
- 12 Y-King 2:38
- 13 Aim to Please (Shoot to Kill) 3:03
- 14 Bicycles Are Redhot 3:53
- 15 Los Mataban 2:56
- 16 Robots 3:05
- 17 Doing My Duty 5:48
- 18 [untitled] 0:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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