Tilt
Scott Walker · 1995
56 min · 9 tracks · country
Dark, haunting melodies intertwine with experimental soundscapes, forging an unsettling yet captivating auditory experience.
Why this album works
'Tilt' is significant for its unorthodox structure and orchestration, which led to a polarized critical reception but ultimately influenced a wave of artists in the experimental music scene. It has been cited as a precursor to genres like post-rock and art pop, showcasing Walker's willingness to defy conventional songwriting norms.
- Best for
- dark haunting melodies throughout wave-like pacing with resolution captivating auditory experience unfolding
- Context
- By the time 'Tilt' was released in 1995, Scott Walker had shifted from his pop beginnings in the 1960s to embrace a more avant-garde and experimental direction. This album followed his 1984 release 'Climate of Hunter', marking a continued evolution into challenging, introspective music that often alienated mainstream audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kate Bush· Duran Duran· David Bowie· giorge mijael· John Lennon· Ringo Starr· Joe Jackson· Bee Gees
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Farmer in the City Standout 6:37
- 2 The Cockfighter Standout 6:01
- 3 Bouncer See Bouncer 8:46
- 4 Manhattan 6:05
- 5 Face on Breast 5:15
- 6 Bolivia ’95 7:44
- 7 Patriot (A Single) Standout 8:27
- 8 Tilt 5:12
- 9 Rosary 2:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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