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Silverwater

The Necks · 2009

67 min · 1 track · jazz

A sprawling, hypnotic exploration of minimalism where rhythmic patterns ebb and flow against a backdrop of atmospheric textures.

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    Silverwater — The title track showcases the band's signature style, weaving intricate layers of sound over an extended runtime that captivates listeners with its evolving dynamics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
84 /100
Summit
Higher than 100% of albums we've rated

The album's hypnotic structure and intricate interplay between instruments create a compelling listening experience.

What we noticed

  • The single track spans over 40 minutes, developing a continuous flow of sound that evolves gradually over time.
  • Rhythmic patterns are introduced and then deconstructed, creating a sense of ebb and flow that invites deep listening.
  • The instrumentation features piano, bass, and drums, with each instrument weaving in and out of the foreground, contributing to a layered texture.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
9/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
8/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
10/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 Silverwater 1:07:14

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