What makes Pomegranates by Nicolas Jaar notable?

Pomegranates received significant critical acclaim upon its release, with particular praise for its innovative sound and depth. The album solidified Jaar's reputation as an influential artist in the electronic music landscape, leading to notable discussions regarding the boundaries between ambient music and dance culture. It also contributed to the rise of interest in leftfield house and experimental techno by blending traditional genres with avant-garde techniques. Released on January 1, 2015, Pomegranates is Nicolas Jaar's follow-up to his acclaimed album, Space Is Only Noise (2011). At this point in his career, Jaar was already recognized as a pioneering figure in the electronic music scene, known for his ability to fuse various genres and create immersive audio experiences. This album further showcases his experimental approach while also reflecting a shift towards more abstract compositions.

Who is Pomegranates for?

Pomegranates works well if you're into meditative soundscapes for reflection, surreal explorations of introspection and patient listening with gradual evolution.

How many songs are on Pomegranates?

Pomegranates has 20 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.

Pomegranates

Nicolas Jaar · 2015

75 min · 20 tracks · electronic music

A meditative blend of ambient textures and rhythmic pulses invites listeners into a surreal soundscape of introspection and exploration.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Garden of Eden — This opening track sets a tranquil yet complex tone for the album, layering soft melodies over intricate beats that draw listeners into Jaar's sonic world.
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Survival — With its haunting vocal samples and minimalist instrumentation, this track encapsulates the themes of existential reflection and resilience inherent in the album.
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Club Kapital — This track features a more pronounced rhythmic structure, merging danceable elements with Jaar's signature atmospheric production, highlighting his versatility as a producer.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

meditative soundscapes for reflection
surreal explorations of introspection
patient listening with gradual evolution
immersive experience for deep focus
rhythmic pulses inviting movement

Maybe skip if you

seeking immediate satisfaction
prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2015, Pomegranates is Nicolas Jaar's follow-up to his acclaimed album, Space Is Only Noise (2011). At this point in his career, Jaar was already recognized as a pioneering figure in the electronic music scene, known for his ability to fuse various genres and create immersive audio experiences. This album further showcases his experimental approach while also reflecting a shift towards more abstract compositions.
Stylistic neighbors: Max Cooper· Bonobo· Four Tet

Tracklist

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

1 Garden of Eden 5:40
2 Construction 5:45
3 Pass the Time 3:48
4 Survival 5:21
5 The Fool and His Harem 3:31
6 Nothingness 1:57
7 Near Death 3:20
8 Beasts of This Earth 4:23
9 Fall Into Time 2:25
10 Folie à deux 3:19
11 Screams at the Edge of Dawn 2:23
12 Divorce 3:54
13 Three Windows 5:11
14 Tourists 4:06
15 Shame 1:56
16 Tower of Sin 1:33
17 Club Kapital 4:56
18 Volver 2:43
19 Spirit 3:33
20 Muse 5:43

What to play next

Listen next

Sirens

2016

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Space Is Only Noise

2011

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