What makes Root by Thurston Moore notable?

The album is notable for its extensive collaborations with various artists, reflecting the late 1990s' embrace of remix culture. It highlights Moore's influence on the avant-garde scene and received critical attention for its innovative interpretations of his work, though it did not chart significantly. When 'Root' was released in 1999, Thurston Moore was already established as a co-founder of Sonic Youth and recognized for his experimental approach to music. This album arrived after the band's influential albums like 'Goo' and 'Dirty,' showcasing Moore's continued exploration beyond traditional rock structures into expansive remix territory.

Root works well if you're into dynamic remix exploration experience, wave-like pacing for immersion and short tracks for quick engagement.

How many songs are on Root?

Root has 25 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

Root

Thurston Moore · 1999

78 min · 25 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · jazz

A cacophony of avant-garde remixes fusing noise, rock, and electronic textures into a surreal soundscape.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic remix exploration experience
wave-like pacing for immersion
short tracks for quick engagement
surreal soundscapes for deep listening
avant-garde textures for adventurous ears

Maybe skip if you want

seeking straightforward song structures
prefer predictable listening patterns

Where this album fits

Career context: When 'Root' was released in 1999, Thurston Moore was already established as a co-founder of Sonic Youth and recognized for his experimental approach to music. This album arrived after the band's influential albums like 'Goo' and 'Dirty,' showcasing Moore's continued exploration beyond traditional rock structures into expansive remix territory.
Stylistic neighbors: Sonic Youth· The Velvet Underground· Pavement