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Please Smile My Noise Bleed

Múm · 2001

45 min · 9 tracks · post-rock

Ethereal soundscapes blend fragile melodies with intricate electronic textures, evoking a dreamlike atmosphere throughout the album.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    On the Old Mountain Radio — This track establishes the album's signature blend of organic instrumentation and electronic elements, creating an immersive listening experience that defines Múm's style.
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    Please Sing My Spring Reverb — As the centerpiece of the album, this track showcases lush melodies layered over glitchy beats, exemplifying Múm's ability to merge whimsical sounds with intricate production techniques.
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    Please Sing My Spring Reverb (Styromix) — This remix adds a different dimension to the original track, emphasizing its versatility and highlighting how various interpretations can enhance Múm's core sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate soundscapes and varied arrangements create a unique yet cohesive listening experience.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a consistent tempo with gentle crescendos, while the latter half introduces more varied dynamics and pacing.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dreamy soundscapes for introspection
  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • fragile melodies inviting contemplation
  • immersive flow for deep focus

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, Please Smile My Noise Bleed marked Múm's transition into a more experimental phase following their debut album, Yesterday Was Dramatic – Today Is OK. At this point, they were establishing themselves in the post-rock scene, having gained traction for their innovative blend of electronic and organic sounds.
Stylistic neighbors
Sigur Rós· Ólafur Arnalds· The Album Leaf

Tracklist

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

  • 1 On the Old Mountain Radio 5:11
  • 2 Please Sing My Spring Reverb 5:19
  • 3 Please Sing My Spring Reverb (Styromix) 5:33
  • 4 Please Sing My Spring Reverb (ISAN Catena mix) 4:17
  • 5 Flow Not So Fast Old Mountain Radio 1:28
  • 6 Please Sing My Spring Reverb (Phonem mix) 6:39
  • 7 On the Old Mountain Radio (Christian Kleine mix) 6:16
  • 8 Please Sing My Spring Reverb (Amx) 5:39
  • 9 Please Sing My Spring Reverb (B. Fleischmann mix) 5:24

What to play next

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