What makes Whine by Scorn notable?

The album is notable for its exploration of illbient soundscapes and received critical acclaim for its innovative production techniques. It further established Scorn as a key player in the UK underground music scene, influencing subsequent artists in ambient and dub genres. Released in 1998, 'Whine' marks Scorn's third studio album, following their influential 1997 release 'Ellipsis'. At this point, the band was solidifying their distinctive blend of ambient and industrial music, carving a niche within the post-industrial scene.

How many songs are on Whine?

Whine has 12 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.

Whine

Scorn

72 min · 12 tracks · ambient music

A dense fusion of industrial textures and ambient soundscapes creates an immersive auditory experience that challenges conventional listening.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Not Answering — As the opening track, it sets the tone with a slow-building tension and intense sonic layers that encapsulate the album's atmosphere.
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Twitcher — This track features intricate rhythms and haunting samples that exemplify Scorn's ability to intertwine dub influences with industrial sound design.
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Aurora — With its ethereal qualities, this piece showcases a more melodic approach while maintaining the textural complexities characteristic of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

68 /100

Alpine

Higher than 93% of albums we've rated

The album's seamless flow and innovative sound design create a unique listening experience within its genre.

What we noticed

The album features a continuous flow of sound, with tracks blending into one another without clear breaks, creating an immersive experience.
Several tracks utilize repetitive rhythmic patterns layered with ambient textures, emphasizing the industrial influences throughout.
The use of unconventional sounds and samples is prevalent, contributing to a dense sonic landscape that challenges traditional musical structures.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 9/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Not Answering 9:54
2 Twitcher 6:02
3 Strand 6:04
4 Beat 3 5:30
5 Well Sorted 6:28
6 Check the Sonic 5:35
7 416 8:08
8 Aurora 6:07
9 Beat 4 4:16
10 Beat 2 Mix 4:41
11 Beat 3 Mix 5:37
12 Who Know Mix 4:34

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