Song for Alpha
Daniel Avery · 2018
63 min · 14 tracks
A hypnotic blend of techno and ambient textures that envelops the listener in a meditative sonic space.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sensation — This track stands out with its immersive build-up and pulsating rhythm, encapsulating the album's exploration of emotional depth within electronic music.
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Stereo L — With its intricate layering and captivating groove, this track exemplifies Avery's skill in creating a euphoric atmosphere that invites listeners to lose themselves.
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Quick Eternity — The expansive soundscape and gradual evolution throughout the track highlight Avery's ability to craft lengthy compositions that feel both cohesive and dynamic.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's immersive soundscapes and evolving structures create a compelling listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features long, evolving tracks that often build gradually, creating a sense of immersion over time.
- Several tracks incorporate field recordings and ambient sounds, adding layers of texture to the electronic beats.
- The sequencing flows from more rhythmic pieces to ambient interludes, allowing for moments of reflection amidst the driving energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- hypnotic immersion for deep focus
- meditative soundscapes for introspection
- patient exploration of sonic textures
- late-night journeys into tranquility
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2018, Song for Alpha is Daniel Avery's second studio album, following his acclaimed debut, Drone Logic. At this point in his career, Avery had solidified his reputation within the electronic music scene, known for pushing boundaries and exploring deeper soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jon Hopkins· Max Cooper· Nils Frahm
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 First Light 1:38
- 2 Stereo L 5:39
- 3 Projector 5:14
- 4 TBW17 1:09
- 5 Sensation 7:33
- 6 Citizen // Nowhere 3:37
- 7 Clear 5:33
- 8 Diminuendo 7:00
- 9 Days From Now 2:45
- 10 Embers 1:55
- 11 Slow Fade 5:32
- 12 Glitter 6:42
- 13 Endnote 0:08
- 14 Quick Eternity 8:38
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