Uncut Gems
Oneohtrix Point Never · 2019
52 min · 17 tracks · electronic · ambient · drone music
A frenetic blend of synthetic textures and haunting melodies that evoke the chaos of urban life.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with abrupt shifts
- urban chaos captured in sound
- immersive headphone detail exploration
- cathartic moments of frenetic energy
- playful experimentation and unpredictability
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek immediate gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- At the time of releasing 'Uncut Gems' in 2019, Oneohtrix Point Never, also known as Daniel Lopatin, was already an established figure in experimental music. This album followed his critically acclaimed work 'Age Of' (2018) and marked his first collaboration with directors Josh and Benny Safdie, showcasing his ability to create immersive soundscapes for film.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tim Hecker· Fennesz· Brian Eno
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Ballad of Howie Bling 8:26
- 2 Pure Elation 1:01
- 3 Followed 1:32
- 4 The Bet Hits 2:51
- 5 High Life 1:00
- 6 No Vacation 0:54
- 7 School Play 6:16
- 8 Fuck You Howard 2:42
- 9 Smoothie 1:10
- 10 Back to Roslyn 2:02
- 11 The Fountain 2:21
- 12 Powerade 0:52
- 13 Windows 5:06
- 14 Buzz Me Out 2:49
- 15 The Blade 1:32
- 16 Mohegan Suite 4:42
- 17 Uncut Gems 6:40
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