The Coincidentalist
Howe Gelb · 2013
36 min · 11 tracks · country music
A blend of laid-back country rhythms and introspective indie rock textures that meander through existential themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Vortexas — Opening with a mesmerizing soundscape, this track sets the tone for the album's contemplative journey, blending haunting melodies with Gelb's distinctive vocals.
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The Coincidentalist — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of chance and fate, combining a catchy melody with thought-provoking lyrics that invite listeners to ponder life's unpredictability.
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An Extended Plane of Existence — This song features rich layers of instrumentation that create a dreamy atmosphere, allowing Gelb's philosophical musings to resonate profoundly within the listener.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- short tracks for quick listens
- playful moments of musical surprise
- for casual gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of lengthy epics
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Coincidentalist' was released in 2013, Howe Gelb had already established himself as a prominent figure in the Americana scene, following his previous work with Giant Sand. This album arrived after a series of collaborations and solo projects, marking a continuation of his exploration into eclectic sounds and personal storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Giant Sand· Calexico· Neko Case
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Vortexas 4:18
- 2 Left of Center 2:06
- 3 Running Behind 2:24
- 4 The 3 Deaths of Lucky 4:34
- 5 Unforgivable 2:17
- 6 The Coincidentalist 2:50
- 7 Triangulate 3:20
- 8 Picacho Peak 4:22
- 9 An Extended Plane of Existence 4:42
- 10 Looking That Way 2:11
- 11 Instigated Chimes 2:54
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