Our Pathetic Age
DJ Shadow · 2019
85 min · 24 tracks · hip-hop · trip hop
A sprawling auditory landscape blending hip-hop beats with eclectic samples and thought-provoking narratives.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic flow with varied intensity thought-provoking narratives throughout wave-like pacing for engagement
- Context
- In 2019, DJ Shadow released 'Our Pathetic Age' as a follow-up to his 2016 album 'The Mountain Will Fall.' This album marks a significant return to form for Shadow, showcasing his ability to blend contemporary issues with his signature sampling style while collaborating with various artists. It reflects his evolution as an artist who continues to push the boundaries of hip-hop and electronic music.
- If you like
- hip-hop, trip hop
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Our Pathetic Age is an album by DJ Shadow, released in 2019. A sprawling auditory landscape blending hip-hop beats with eclectic samples and thought-provoking narratives. 'Our Pathetic Age' received critical acclaim for its ambitious scope and innovative production, debuting at number 5 on the Billboard Top Dance/Electronic Albums chart. The album has been noted for its commentary on modern society, resonating with listeners amidst a backdrop of political and social unrest, thereby solidifying DJ Shadow's relevance in today's music landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Our Pathetic Age sound like?
A sprawling auditory landscape blending hip-hop beats with eclectic samples and thought-provoking narratives. Rooted in hip-hop and trip hop.
What makes Our Pathetic Age by DJ Shadow notable?
'Our Pathetic Age' received critical acclaim for its ambitious scope and innovative production, debuting at number 5 on the Billboard Top Dance/Electronic Albums chart. The album has been noted for its commentary on modern society, resonating with listeners amidst a backdrop of political and social unrest, thereby solidifying DJ Shadow's relevance in today's music landscape. In 2019, DJ Shadow released 'Our Pathetic Age' as a follow-up to his 2016 album 'The Mountain Will Fall.' This album marks a significant return to form for Shadow, showcasing his ability to blend contemporary issues with his signature sampling style while collaborating with various artists. It reflects his evolution as an artist who continues to push the boundaries of hip-hop and electronic music.
Who is Our Pathetic Age for?
Our Pathetic Age works well if you're into dynamic flow with varied intensity, thought-provoking narratives throughout and wave-like pacing for engagement.
How many songs are on Our Pathetic Age?
Our Pathetic Age has 24 tracks, running approximately 85 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Nature Always Wins 1:20
- 2 Slingblade 3:58
- 3 Intersectionality Standout 4:08
- 4 Beauty, Power, Motion, Life, Work, Chaos, Law 2:06
- 5 Juggernaut Standout 5:31
- 6 Firestorm Standout 3:59
- 7 Weightless 2:55
- 8 Rosie 4:15
- 9 If I Died Today 2:24
- 10 My Lonely Room 5:37
- 11 We Are Always Alone 3:47
Disc 2
- 1 Drone Warfare 3:42
- 2 Rain on Snow 3:39
- 3 Rocket Fuel 3:15
- 4 C.O.N.F.O.R.M. 2:51
- 5 Small Colleges (Stay with Me) 3:01
- 6 Jojo’s Word 4:04
- 7 Kings & Queens 3:53
- 8 Taxin’ 1:51
- 9 Dark Side of the Heart 3:49
- 10 I Am Not a Robot (interlude) 1:21
- 11 Urgent, Important, Please Read 5:34
- 12 Our Pathetic Age 4:38
- 13 Systematic 3:24
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