Welcome To Sideways
Simian Mobile Disco · 2016
116 min · 10 tracks · pop rock · electronica · tech house
A sprawling exploration of sound where rhythmic pulses intertwine with atmospheric textures and eclectic sonic experimentation.
Why this album works
'Welcome To Sideways' garnered attention for its ambitious length, especially the titular track, which runs over 52 minutes. The album's release helped solidify Simian Mobile Disco's reputation as innovators in the tech house genre and contributed to the resurgence of interest in long-form electronic compositions within club culture.
- Best for
- gradual build to immersive climax sprawling exploration of soundscapes extended listening for deep focus
- Context
- By 2016, Simian Mobile Disco was already well-established in the electronic music scene, having gained recognition through their earlier works like 'Temporary Pleasure' (2009). 'Welcome To Sideways' marked a return to their own label, Delicacies, showcasing their growth as both producers and artists while exploring deeper sonic landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- deadmau5· Duke Dumont· Shift K3Y
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Happening Distractions Standout 6:41
- 2 Faraway From a Distance 6:01
- 3 Bubble Has No Answers Standout 7:00
- 4 Staring at All This Handle 6:37
- 5 Face to Face With Spoon 7:57
- 6 Space Is Full of Ringing 7:17
- 7 Remember in Reverse 8:48
- 8 Flying or Falling 5:57
- 9 Drone Follows Me Everywhere 7:28
- 10 Welcome to Sideways (A Delicacies mix) Standout 52:28
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