One Day I'll Be on Time
The Album Leaf · 2001
59 min · 12 tracks · ambient
Ethereal textures blend seamlessly with gentle melodies, creating a tranquil yet immersive listening experience.
Why this album works
'One Day I'll Be on Time' received critical acclaim for its atmospheric soundscapes and was influential in shaping the ambient genre in the early 2000s. It has been noted for its contribution to the rise of instrumental music in mainstream indie circles during this period.
- Career context
- Released on May 22, 2001, 'One Day I'll Be on Time' is The Album Leaf's debut studio album, following their early EPs. At this point, the band was establishing themselves within the burgeoning post-rock and ambient music scenes, showcasing their signature blend of electronic and organic sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Roland Kayn· Boards of Canada· Aphex Twin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gust of… Standout 5:21
- 2 The MP 6:21
- 3 Story Board 4:53
- 4 Wet the Day Standout 5:25
- 5 The Audio Pool 4:57
- 6 Hang Over 4:08
- 7 In Between Lines 4:04
- 8 Last Time Here 4:21
- 9 Asleep Standout 4:59
- 10 The Sailor 4:37
- 11 Vermillion 5:42
- 12 Glimmer 4:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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