What makes Silur by Tarwater notable?

Silur was praised for its innovative approach to electronic music, contributing to the growing genre of experimental pop at the time. The album received positive reviews from notable publications, helping to establish Tarwater as a significant act in the late '90s electronic landscape. Released in January 1998, Silur marks Tarwater's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed work, Dwellers on the Threshold. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound that fused elements of electronic music with post-rock influences, gaining further recognition within the underground scene.

How many songs are on Silur?

Silur has 12 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Silur

Tarwater · 1998

45 min · 12 tracks · electronic music

A hypnotic blend of electronic soundscapes layered with haunting melodies and evocative textures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Visit — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its immersive sound design and hypnotic rhythm, drawing listeners into the band's unique sonic world.
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The Watersample — A standout piece that showcases Tarwater's ability to weave intricate layers of sound while maintaining a sense of melodic accessibility, reflecting their artistic vision.
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Silur — The brief title track serves as an atmospheric interlude that encapsulates the themes of fluidity and transformation present throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

67 /100

Alpine

Higher than 91% of albums we've rated

The album's immersive soundscapes and evolving melodies create a unique listening experience within its genre.

What we noticed

The album features long, flowing tracks that often blend into one another, creating a continuous soundscape.
Each track employs layered electronic textures, with minimal rhythmic elements that emphasize atmosphere over traditional song structure.
Melodies are introduced gradually and evolve throughout the tracks, often repeating motifs to build a hypnotic effect.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Visit 4:16
2 To Moauf 2:28
3 The Watersample 5:13
4 Seafrance Cézanne 5:50
5 Silur 0:59
6 No More Extra Time 4:36
7 Otomo 2:37
8 Ford 3:58
9 The Pomps of the Subsoil 3:49
10 20 Miles Up 4:01
11 To Describe You 3:54
12 V-AT 3:57

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