True False
Negativland · 2019
53 min · 14 tracks · experimental music
A collage of fragmented sounds and voices creating a surreal landscape of experimental critique on contemporary society.
Why this album works
'True False' is significant for its incisive critique of media culture and political disinformation, resonating with contemporary issues of truth and falsehood. The album received positive reviews from critics, affirming Negativland's relevance in the current musical landscape while further cementing their reputation as provocateurs in the world of sound art.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks surreal sound collage experience thought-provoking societal critiques
- Context
- By the time 'True False' was released in 2019, Negativland had already established themselves as pioneers in the realm of experimental music since their formation in 1980. This album emerged after a period of relative quiet for the group, serving as a follow-up to their 2016 release, 'The World Will Decide', and showcases their continued exploration of cultural commentary through sound manipulation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Zappa· Glenn Branca· Aphex Twin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Either Or 0:47
- 2 Limbo 4:14
- 3 Discernment 4:30
- 4 Certain Men 4:59
- 5 Melt the North Pole Standout 3:03
- 6 Fourth of July 3:37
- 7 Mounting the Puppy 3:02
- 8 One Bee at a Time 2:53
- 9 Secret Win 0:55
- 10 Destroying Anything 5:04
- 11 Cadillac 5:18
- 12 This Is Not Normal Standout 3:29
- 13 Yesterday Hates Today 1:43
- 14 True False Standout 9:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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