Varcharz cover

Released 20 years ago

Varcharz

Mouse on Mars · 2006

52 min · 21 tracks · intelligent dance music

A playful exploration of electronic soundscapes blending experimental textures with rhythmic complexity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful exploration of soundscapes
  • dynamic progression with interludes
  • wave-like pacing that evolves
  • thoughtful headphone detail hunting

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward song structures
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Varcharz' is Mouse on Mars's sixth studio album, following their acclaimed 'Audioweb'. At this point, they were already established figures in the IDM scene, known for their innovative approach to electronic music.
Stylistic neighbors
Aphex Twin· Squarepusher· Boards of Canada

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Chartnok 6:01
  • 2 I Go Ego Why Go We Go 5:01
  • 3 Düül 6:33
  • 4 Inocular, Part 1 2:01
  • 5 Inocular, Part 2 3:32
  • 6 Skik 5:43
  • 7 Hi Fienilin 6:51
  • 8 Bertney 5:21
  • 9 Retphase, Part 1 0:05
  • 10 Retphase, Part 2 0:05
  • 11 Retphase, Part 3 0:06
  • 12 Retphase, Part 4 0:06
  • 13 Retphase, Part 5 0:05
  • 14 Retphase, Part 6 0:06
  • 15 Retphase, Part 7 0:08
  • 16 Retphase, Part 8 0:11
  • 17 Retphase, Part 9 1:36
  • 18 Retphase, Part 10 1:18
  • 19 Retphase, Part 11 0:09
  • 20 Retphase, Part 12 2:07
  • 21 One Day, Not Today 5:08

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