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Phase 3: Thrones and Dominions

Earth · 1995

55 min · 8 tracks · experimental music

A sprawling, immersive landscape of heavy drones and intricate textures that envelops the listener in a meditative state.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Tibetan Quaaludes — With its lengthy exploration of atmospheric soundscapes, this track exemplifies the album's meditative qualities while showcasing Earth's signature slow tempos.
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    Phase 3: Agni Detonating Over the Thar Desert… — This expansive piece serves as the centerpiece of the album, blending layers of droning guitars and sonic textures that create an immersive auditory experience.
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    Thrones and Dominions — The closing track encapsulates the themes of the album, with its slow build-up and gradual layering that invites deep contemplation and reflection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heavy hypnotic drone exploration
  • gradual build to immersive climax
  • patient listening for deep focus
  • sprawling soundscapes for introspection

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer immediate musical gratification
  • avoid lengthy, evolving compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Phase 3: Thrones and Dominions' was released in 1995, Earth had transitioned from their early work in the doom metal genre to a more experimental sound. This album marked a significant shift as it was their first following a hiatus after their critically acclaimed release 'Earth 2'.
Stylistic neighbors
Boris· Sleep· Nadja

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Harvey 2:54
  • 2 Tibetan Quaaludes 7:43
  • 3 Lullaby (take 2: How Dry I Am) 3:15
  • 4 Song 4 2:50
  • 5 Site Specific Carnivorous Occurence 8:41
  • 6 Phase 3: Agni Detonating Over the Thar Desert… 12:28
  • 7 Thrones and Dominions 14:21
  • 8 Song 6 (chime) 2:48

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