The Noise Made by People
Broadcast · 2000
45 min · 12 tracks · electronic
A dreamy blend of vintage pop and experimental textures wrapped in ethereal vocals and hypnotic rhythms.
Why this album works
This album received critical acclaim upon release, helping to establish Broadcast as a significant force in the indie electronic scene. It has been recognized in various end-of-year lists and continues to influence contemporary artists with its innovative soundscapes.
- Best for
- dreamy soundscapes for reflection hypnotic rhythms for focus ethereal vocals for daydreaming
- Context
- Released as Broadcast's debut studio album, 'The Noise Made by People' marked the band's entrance into the music scene following their earlier EPs. At this point, they were carving out a niche within the UK electronic music landscape, merging influences from krautrock and 1960s pop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Avalanches· Moby· Nicolas Jaar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Long Was the Year Standout 3:38
- 2 Unchanging Window 3:48
- 3 Minus One 2:02
- 4 Come On Let’s Go Standout 3:17
- 5 Echo’s Answer Standout 3:12
- 6 Tower of Our Tuning 4:30
- 7 Papercuts 4:32
- 8 You Can Fall 4:24
- 9 Look Outside 3:53
- 10 Until Then 3:51
- 11 City in Progress 3:37
- 12 Dead the Long Year 4:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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