Structured Disasters is an album by Hood, released in 1996. A haunting blend of minimalism and discord that evokes a sense of urban desolation. Not only did 'Structured Disasters' showcase Hood's unique approach to post-rock, but it also received critical acclaim for its innovative soundscapes. The album helped solidify their position in the underground music scene, influencing subsequent artists and contributing to the development of the post-rock genre in the UK. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Structured Disasters sound like?
A haunting blend of minimalism and discord that evokes a sense of urban desolation. Rooted in post-rock.
What makes Structured Disasters by Hood notable?
Not only did 'Structured Disasters' showcase Hood's unique approach to post-rock, but it also received critical acclaim for its innovative soundscapes. The album helped solidify their position in the underground music scene, influencing subsequent artists and contributing to the development of the post-rock genre in the UK. Released in 1996, 'Structured Disasters' is Hood's second album, following their debut 'Cables' from 1994. At this point, Hood was refining their experimental post-rock sound, establishing themselves within the UK indie scene. This album marked a significant evolution in their sonic landscape, moving towards more abstract and fragmented compositions.
How many songs are on Structured Disasters?
Structured Disasters has 18 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Swan Finer 1:01
- 2 Sirens Standout 3:54
- 3 Your Sixth Sense 3:13
- 4 Silo Crash 2:49
- 5 A Dead Day 2:11
- 6 I Didn't Think You Were Going to Hit Me in the Face Standout 1:50
- 7 Toel Bow 1:14
- 8 Choosing a Grimace 2:55
- 9 My Last August Standout 5:10
- 10 Experimental Filmaking 1:19
- 11 Experiments in Silence 2:13
- 12 Fears Grow 2:39
- 13 Dismissed Army Brought Us Knives 2:11
- 14 One Way Negative Friend Utilisation 0:46
- 15 I Said Yes Unwise Yet Again 3:54
- 16 70's Manual Worker 2:58
- 17 Doubts Slowly Fade 2:54
- 18 How Bad Can It Be? 4:00
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
