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Raining Down Diamonds

Jandek · 2005

44 min · 7 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music

A haunting tapestry of dissonant chords and introspective lyrics woven through unconventional song structures.

Raining Down Diamonds is an album by Jandek, released in 2005. A haunting tapestry of dissonant chords and introspective lyrics woven through unconventional song structures. 'Raining Down Diamonds' is notable for its audacious embrace of avant-garde aesthetics within folk and blues traditions, contributing to Jandek's reputation as a pioneering outsider artist. The album has been discussed in various music critiques for its raw emotional depth and experimental approach, further solidifying Jandek's influence on contemporary independent musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Raining Down Diamonds sound like?

A haunting tapestry of dissonant chords and introspective lyrics woven through unconventional song structures. Rooted in blues and folk.

What makes Raining Down Diamonds by Jandek notable?

'Raining Down Diamonds' is notable for its audacious embrace of avant-garde aesthetics within folk and blues traditions, contributing to Jandek's reputation as a pioneering outsider artist. The album has been discussed in various music critiques for its raw emotional depth and experimental approach, further solidifying Jandek's influence on contemporary independent musicians. By the time 'Raining Down Diamonds' was released in 2005, Jandek had already established himself as an enigmatic figure in the outsider music scene, with a discography spanning over 30 albums since his debut in 1978. This album continued his exploration of abstract themes and unconventional sounds, serving as a follow-up to the critically noted 'You Walk Alone' from 2003.

How many songs are on Raining Down Diamonds?

Raining Down Diamonds has 7 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Tracklist

7 tracks·44:12

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

  • 1 What Things Are Standout 5:54
  • 2 I Stared 4:42
  • 3 It’s Forever 3:21
  • 4 You Ancient 3:58
  • 5 Take My Will Standout 8:24
  • 6 New Rendezvous Standout 9:37
  • 7 Your Visitor 8:16

Release Date

January 1, 2005

Genre

blues, traditional folk music

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

44 min 12 sec