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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • extended centerpiece for deep focus
  • urban energy in every track
  • short bursts of vivid imagery

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward single tracks

Where this album fits

Career 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
Battles· The National· Wolf Parade

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Freeway 2:15
  • 2 Say You Do 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 6:24
  • 8 Netti Fritti con Volante 5:10
  • 9 Yr God 2:31
  • 10 On a Train 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