What makes When I Live by the Garden and the Sea by Eluvium notable?

This album is significant for its critical acclaim within the ambient genre, showcasing Eluvium's ability to evoke profound emotion without traditional song structures. It has influenced subsequent artists in the ambient and experimental music scenes, contributing to a broader appreciation of ambient soundscapes in contemporary music. When I Live by the Garden and the Sea is Eluvium's third studio album, following the acclaimed releases of 'Lambent Material' (2003) and 'Talk Amongst the Trees' (2005). By this point, Eluvium, the project of Matthew Cooper, had begun to solidify its presence in the ambient music scene, exploring deeper emotional landscapes through intricate sound design and minimalism.