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The World Will Decide

Negativland · 2020

63 min · 15 tracks · experimental music

An eclectic collage of experimental soundscapes that challenges perception and critiques societal norms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • thought-provoking societal critiques
  • engaging in headphone detail hunting
  • for late-night contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'The World Will Decide' was released in November 2020, Negativland had already established themselves as pioneers in the experimental music scene, known for their avant-garde approach and multimedia projects. This album followed their earlier work, 'Negativland: The Letter U and the Numeral 2', continuing their exploration of cultural commentary through sound.
Stylistic neighbors
The Residents· Throbbing Gristle· John Zorn

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Unlawful Assembly 1:22
  • 2 Content 3:55
  • 3 Before I Ask 5:17
  • 4 Why Are We Waiting 0:41
  • 5 Create the Visitor 4:51
  • 6 We Can Really Feel Like We’re Here 3:21
  • 7 More Data 5:40
  • 8 I Didn’t Know I Was Dead 1:33
  • 9 Failure 4:28
  • 10 Don’t Don’t Get Freaked Out 4:18
  • 11 Anything Else 2:21
  • 12 Attractive Target 8:33
  • 13 Open Your Mouth 4:00
  • 14 Incomprehensible Solution 5:53
  • 15 The World Will Decide 7:30

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