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Released 30 years ago

Transcontinental Conspiracy

Brad Laner · 1996

51 min · 4 tracks · shoegaze

A sprawling exploration of sonic textures, blending ethereal melodies with experimental structures that challenge traditional shoegaze conventions.

Top tracks — play these first

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    First Plane Not to Plummet Seaward — This nearly seventeen-minute opener encapsulates the album's expansive soundscapes, featuring layered guitars that create a sense of both tension and release throughout its duration.
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    Last Few Days in the Land of Happy Dreams — Clocking in at over twenty minutes, this track exemplifies Laner's ability to craft an immersive auditory journey that challenges listeners' patience while rewarding them with rich, evolving textures.
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    Monk Fish Liver Transplant Plate — At just under four minutes, this track offers a stark contrast to the album's longer pieces, providing a concise burst of creativity filled with playful sound experimentation and infectious hooks.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 First Plane Not to Plummet Seaward 16:51
  • 2 Monk Fish Liver Transplant Plate 3:46
  • 3 Last Few Days in the Land of Happy Dreams 20:43
  • 4 t 9:40

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