Points of Order
Bill Laswell · 2001
48 min · 8 tracks · jazz
Experimental soundscapes infuse dub and jazz elements with abstract textures, creating a mesmerizing auditory journey.
Top tracks — play these first
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X29 Start here — This track opens the album with intricate layers of sound, setting the tone for the experimental journey ahead. Its complex rhythms and atmospheric elements encapsulate Laswell's unique production style.
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Iron Cross — Spanning over eleven minutes, this track showcases Laswell's ability to create immersive soundscapes that evolve gradually, highlighting his mastery in blending ambient sound with rhythmic elements.
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Cyclops — With its pulsating beats and rich textures, this track exemplifies the fusion of dub influences and jazz improvisation that defines much of Laswell's work throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's experimental soundscapes and unique blend of genres create a compelling listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features extended tracks that often build slowly, layering sounds and textures over time.
- Several tracks utilize silence and space as compositional tools, creating moments of tension and release.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- dynamic exploration of soundscapes
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- immersive textures abound
- thoughtful headphone detail hunting
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Deliberate departure from established sound, blending genres in innovative ways.
- Themes
- immersive soundscapes· abstract textures· experimental jazz fusion
- Career context
- By the time Bill Laswell released Points of Order in 2001, he had already established himself as a prolific figure in the music industry, known for his innovative blending of genres. This album followed his previous work, showcasing his continued exploration of sound manipulation and collaboration with diverse musicians. At this point, Laswell was recognized for his contributions to the realms of dub and fusion jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tackhead· Herbie Hancock· Thievery Corporation
Tracklist
- 1 X29 Start here 7:19
- 2 Staple Nex 5:00
- 3 Broken Toenail Gland 4:46
- 4 Cyclops 6:18
- 5 White Ark 1:47
- 6 Iron Cross 11:09
- 7 Conquer Worm 4:16
- 8 Lightning Teleportation 7:31
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Millions Now Living Will Never Die
Tortoise
Merges jazz with post-rock textures, creating immersive and abstract soundscapes.
In a Silent Way
Miles Davis
Explores ambient jazz fusion with a focus on experimental sound manipulation and atmosphere.
Drunk
Thundercat
Blends jazz, funk, and electronic elements to create rich, immersive auditory experiences.
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