What Is This?
Swans · 2019
67 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · post-punk
A haunting exploration of soundscapes marked by dissonant melodies and profound introspection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with gradual peaks
- haunting soundscapes for deep introspection
- immersive experience for focused listening
- exploratory journey through dissonance
- reflective moments for solitude
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat instant gratification
- seek short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2019, 'What Is This?' is Swans' first studio album in four years, following the critically acclaimed 'The Glowing Man.' This period marked a significant phase in the band’s evolution, as they embraced a more introspective and experimental approach while continuing to challenge their audience's expectations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Godspeed You! Black Emperor· The Young Gods· Neurosis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Leaving Meaning 6:32
- 2 The Hanging Man 10:02
- 3 Amnesia 6:10
- 4 The Nub 5:49
- 5 Cathedrals of Heaven 6:20
- 6 Sunfucker 6:29
- 7 What Is This? 5:20
- 8 My Phantom Limb 11:24
- 9 Annaline 3:50
- 10 It’s Coming and It’s Real 5:49
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