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Selfhaters

Anthony Coleman · 1996

53 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A daring exploration of jazz and soul, infused with avant-garde elements that challenge traditional boundaries.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Hidden Language — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its intricate interplay between dissonance and melody, showcasing Coleman's unique compositional style.
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    Eurotrash Ballade — A standout piece that combines humor with melancholy, reflecting on cultural identity through a playful yet poignant lens.
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    Goodbye and Good Luck — The lengthy closing track encapsulates the album's emotional depth, evolving through various musical landscapes while maintaining a sense of introspection.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Eurotrash Ballade

    The narrative shifts from lighthearted observations to deeper reflections on identity and belonging within a rapidly changing world.

    This transition serves to juxtapose superficiality with profound introspection, highlighting Coleman's ability to blend humor with serious thematic content.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hidden Language 3:37
  • 2 Bim 4:29
  • 3 Eurotrash Ballade 5:34
  • 4 You Don't Know What Love Is 5:02
  • 5 The Dream Factory 11:01
  • 6 The Mooche 4:34
  • 7 Bom 6:38
  • 8 Goodbye and Good Luck 13:01

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