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The End of the Beginning

God Is an Astronaut · 2002

49 min · 11 tracks · post-rock · ambient

A sweeping tapestry of ethereal soundscapes and haunting melodies that evoke profound introspection.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, 'The End of the Beginning' was God Is an Astronaut's debut album, marking their entry into the post-rock scene. At this time, the band was still establishing their identity, blending ambient textures with dynamic instrumentation to create a distinctive sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Explosions in the Sky· Sigur Rós· Mogwai

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The End of the Beginning 4:15
  • 2 From Dust to the Beyond 5:17
  • 3 Ascend to Oblivion 5:00
  • 4 Coda 5:04
  • 5 Remembrance 4:20
  • 6 Point Pleasant 5:03
  • 7 Fall From the Stars 4:27
  • 8 Twilight 5:03
  • 9 Coma 1:16
  • 10 Route 666 4:34
  • 11 Lost Symphony 5:16

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