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Rock Action

Mogwai · 2001

38 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · post-rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with stark rhythms, creating a meditative yet intense post-rock journey.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time of 'Rock Action's' release in 2001, Mogwai was establishing themselves as a leading force in the post-rock genre following their acclaimed debut album 'Young Team'. This third studio album demonstrated their evolution into more experimental territory while maintaining their signature atmospheric sound.
If this clicks, go next to
Happy Songs for Happy People — It continues the ethereal soundscapes while adding more melodic elements.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Sine Wave".

  • 1 Sine Wave Start here 4:57
  • 2 Take Me Somewhere Nice 6:59
  • 3 O I Sleep 0:57
  • 4 Dial: Revenge 3:30
  • 5 You Don't Know Jesus 8:04
  • 6 Robot Chant 1:05
  • 7 2 Rights Make 1 Wrong 9:33
  • 8 Secret Pint 3:37

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