Uncut Gems
Oneohtrix Point Never · 2019
52 min · 17 tracks · electronic music
A frenetic blend of electronic textures and dissonant melodies that mirrors the chaos of modern urban life.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Ballad of Howie Bling — This track establishes the album's thematic core with its rich layers of sound that evoke the protagonist's chaotic world, blending anxiety and allure.
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Fuck You Howard — With its driving rhythm and abrasive textures, this track encapsulates the emotional volatility of the film's central character, making it a pivotal moment on the record.
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Mohegan Suite — This composition introduces a more reflective tone amidst the tension, offering a haunting contrast that highlights the emotional depth of the narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's innovative electronic textures and dynamic shifts create a compelling yet chaotic atmosphere.
What we noticed
- The album features a wide range of electronic textures, with tracks often layering dissonant melodies over pulsating rhythms.
- The final track, 'Uncut Gems', serves as an extended outro that gradually fades out, contrasting with the frenetic energy of earlier pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
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
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek immediate gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2019, Oneohtrix Point Never was already an established name in experimental electronic music, having gained recognition for works like 'R Plus Seven' and 'Age Of'. 'Uncut Gems' served as a soundtrack for Josh Safdie's film, showcasing a unique collaboration that further solidified his reputation as a boundary-pushing artist in both music and 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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