Unnatural History II
Coil · 1995
66 min · 15 tracks · experimental music
A haunting blend of dark ambient soundscapes and unsettling experimental textures that evoke a surreal auditory experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Red Weather — This opening track sets a disquieting tone with its layered drones and eerie melodies, encapsulating the album's overall atmosphere of unease.
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Airborne Bells — Characterized by its ethereal tones and haunting bells, this track exemplifies Coil's ability to create immersive sound environments that evoke vivid imagery.
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Contains a Disclaimer — The juxtaposition of unsettling sounds with spoken word elements highlights Coil's experimental approach, challenging listeners' perceptions of narrative within music.
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The Hellraiser Theme — An adaptation of the iconic theme from the horror film, this track showcases Coil's knack for blending cinematic elements with their unique sonic signature.
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Theme From Blue II — Closing the album with an expansive composition, this track represents Coil's mastery of atmospheric development, leaving listeners in a contemplative state.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting soundscapes for introspection
- eerie atmospheres that linger
- experimental textures for deep listening
- patient unfolding of sonic ideas
- short interludes enhancing flow
Maybe skip if you
- seeking immediate gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Unnatural History II is Coil's follow-up to their earlier work, showcasing their continued evolution into darker, more abstract sound territories. At this stage, the band was exploring the realms of film scores and sound design, reflecting their background in avant-garde music while further distancing themselves from conventional song structures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Throbbing Gristle· Nurse With Wound· Current 93
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Red Weather 4:12
- 2 Theme From Blue I 2:21
- 3 Airborne Bells 5:21
- 4 Another Brown World 11:41
- 5 Contains a Disclaimer 7:34
- 6 The Hellraiser Theme 2:47
- 7 In Memory of the Truth 2:57
- 8 Unquiet Rest 2:04
- 9 Wait, Then Return 2:11
- 10 The Hellbound Heart 2:21
- 11 The Box Theme 3:04
- 12 No New World 3:56
- 13 Vanishing Point 1:53
- 14 The Main Title 3:19
- 15 Theme From Blue II 11:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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