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Tomorrow's Harvest

Boards of Canada · 2013

62 min · 17 tracks · electronica · ambient · downtempo

A haunting exploration of nostalgia wrapped in hazy synth landscapes and intricate rhythms that evoke a sense of unease.

Why this album works

'Tomorrow's Harvest' debuted at number 7 on the US Billboard 200, demonstrating the duo’s ability to attract both critical acclaim and commercial success after years of silence. It was praised for its atmospheric depth and has since influenced contemporary electronic artists focusing on ambient and downtempo genres.
Best for
long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus gradual builds and payoffs
Context
Released on June 5, 2013, 'Tomorrow's Harvest' marked Boards of Canada's first album in over a decade, following their critically acclaimed 'The Campfire Headphase' from 2005. The duo had established themselves as pioneers of ambient music, and this album reflects a return to darker themes and soundscapes, showcasing their evolution while maintaining their signature style.
Stylistic neighbors
The Orb· Aphex Twin· Mike Paradinas
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gemini 2:57
  • 2 Reach for the Dead Standout 4:47
  • 3 White Cyclosa 3:13
  • 4 Jacquard Causeway 6:35
  • 5 Telepath 1:32
  • 6 Cold Earth Standout 3:42
  • 7 Transmisiones Ferox 2:18
  • 8 Sick Times 4:16
  • 9 Collapse 2:49
  • 10 Palace Posy 4:05
  • 11 Split Your Infinities 4:28
  • 12 Uritual 1:59
  • 13 Nothing Is Real 3:52
  • 14 Sundown 2:16
  • 15 New Seeds Standout 5:39
  • 16 Come to Dust 4:07
  • 17 Semena Mertvykh 3:32

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