What makes The Garden by Silver Apples notable?

The Garden was well-received by critics and is notable for its influence on the electronic music scene, particularly in the underground circuit. The album's innovative use of synthesizers and unconventional song structures helped inspire a new generation of electronic artists. Released in 1998, The Garden marks Silver Apples' return after a long hiatus following their influential works in the late 1960s. This album showcases their enduring unique sound, as they continued to experiment with electronic music while re-establishing themselves in a vastly changed musical landscape.

How many songs are on The Garden?

The Garden has 14 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

The Garden

Silver Apples · 1998

49 min · 14 tracks · electronic music

A pulsating blend of electronic textures and organic melodies that captures the essence of experimental soundscapes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Don't Care What the People Say — This track encapsulates the album's spirit with its catchy hook and driving rhythm, reflecting the band's ability to merge pop sensibilities with avant-garde elements.
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Cannonball Noodle — Featuring intricate layers of sound, this track exemplifies Silver Apples' exploration of texture and rhythm, showcasing their pioneering approach to electronic music.
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The Owl — The haunting vocal delivery paired with minimalist instrumentation creates an atmospheric experience that highlights the duo's experimental roots while remaining accessible.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album's experimental approach and unique sound make it a notable entry in electronic music.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of layered synthesizers that create a dense, immersive soundscape throughout its duration.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 I Don't Care What the People Say 3:09
2 Tabouli Noodle 4:18
3 Walkin 4:08
4 Cannonball Noodle 5:30
5 John Hardy 2:24
6 Cockroach Noodle 2:24
7 The Owl 3:24
8 Swamp Noodle 3:00
9 Mustang Sally 3:16
10 Anasazi Noodle 3:19
11 Again 2:59
12 Starlight Noodle 4:40
13 Man Man Blues 3:14
14 Fire Ant Noodle 3:43

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