Symphonica
Ruins · 1998
57 min · 8 tracks · jazz fusion
A labyrinthine blend of intricate jazz fusion and abrasive noise rock, creating a dynamic soundscape that challenges conventional structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Thebes — Opening with a mesmerizing rhythm, 'Thebes' sets the album's tone through intricate bass lines and unpredictable time signatures, showcasing Ruins' technical prowess.
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Infect — 'Infect' stands out with its relentless tempo shifts and chaotic energy, embodying the band's signature style of blending dissonance with melodious undertones.
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Praha in Spring — This track contrasts the album's heavier moments with a more melodic structure, demonstrating Ruins' ability to balance complexity with accessibility.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- chaotic exploration of soundscapes
- lengthy tracks for deep focus
- immersive listening in solitude
- dynamic shifts in intensity
- unexpected twists and turns
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification melodies
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Symphonica is Ruins' fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed album, Burning Stone. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for avant-garde experimentation, pushing the boundaries of genre with complex compositions and unconventional rhythms.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Zs· Don Caballero· The Mars Volta
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Thebes 7:40
- 2 Graviyaunosch 6:21
- 3 Big Head 7:34
- 4 Praha in Spring 4:37
- 5 Thrive 5:00
- 6 Infect 10:14
- 7 Brixon Varromiks 8:41
- 8 Bliezzaning Moltz 7:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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