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Points of Order

Bill Laswell · 2001

48 min · 8 tracks · jazz · dub music

A labyrinth of ambient textures and rhythmic pulses, merging dub influences with experimental jazz forms.

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 want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Points of Order' was released in 2001, Bill Laswell was already an established figure in avant-garde music, known for genre-blending collaborations. This album followed his work on the acclaimed 'Method of Defiance' project and further explored his signature fusion of dub and jazz elements, showcasing his innovative production techniques.
Stylistic neighbors
Tackhead· Herbie Hancock· Thievery Corporation

Tracklist

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

  • 1 X29 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

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata