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Romaplasm

Will Wiesenfeld · 2017

47 min · 12 tracks · electronic music

A meditative blend of intricate electronic textures and haunting ambient melodies that evoke a sense of introspective exploration.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Yeoman — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its ethereal soundscapes and intricate layering, inviting listeners into Wiesenfeld's sonic world.
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    Abscond — This track exemplifies Wiesenfeld's ability to blend organic sounds with electronic production, creating a dynamic atmosphere that captures the listener's attention.
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    Coitus — Coitus stands out with its pulsating rhythms and textured layers, representing a bold departure from traditional ambient conventions and showcasing Wiesenfeld's innovative approach.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
66 /100
Alpine
Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate textures and ambient melodies create a meditative experience, rewarding repeated listens.

What we noticed

  • The album features long, evolving tracks that often build layers of sound gradually over several minutes.
  • Each track employs a minimalistic approach, with sparse melodic elements that create a spacious, atmospheric feel.
  • There are no traditional song structures; instead, the music flows continuously, inviting deep listening and introspection.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
8/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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

  • steady mid-tempo reflective journey
  • introspective soundscapes for solitude
  • delicate textures for deep listening
  • ethereal ambiance during quiet moments

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced energetic tracks
  • seek immediate catchy hooks

Where this album fits

Career context
Romaplasm is Will Wiesenfeld's second album, following his critically acclaimed debut, 'Cerulean'. Released in 2017, this album further explores his unique sound within the ambient music genre, showcasing his evolution as an artist while maintaining his signature atmospheric style.
Stylistic neighbors
Balmorhea· Max Richter· Ólafur Arnalds

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Yeoman 4:28
  • 2 Extrasolar 4:37
  • 3 Abscond 4:34
  • 4 Human Bog 4:23
  • 5 Adam Copies 4:02
  • 6 Lev 2:12
  • 7 I Form 4:15
  • 8 Out 3:55
  • 9 Superstructure 4:02
  • 10 Wilt 3:41
  • 11 Coitus 3:31
  • 12 Broadback 3:38

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