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Spiderland

Slint · 1991

39 min · 6 tracks · post-punk · post-rock · math rock

Sparse instrumentation and haunting vocals create a disquieting atmosphere that lingers long after the last note fades.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • steady, consistent energy levels

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'Spiderland' was Slint's second album following their debut 'Tweez' (1989). At this point, the band was transitioning from their early post-hardcore sound to a more experimental approach, which would define the genre of math rock.
Stylistic neighbors
Swans· John Lydon· Descartes a Kant

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Breadcrumb Trail 5:55
  • 2 Nosferatu Man 5:34
  • 3 Don, Aman 6:28
  • 4 Washer 8:50
  • 5 For Dinner… 5:05
  • 6 Good Morning, Captain 7:39

What to play next

Slint
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Slint

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Tweez
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Tweez

1989
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math rock post-punk post-rock

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