What does Wild Light sound like?

An expansive blend of intricate rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes that draw on post-rock and electronic influences. Rooted in electronic and post-rock. Start with "Heat Death Infinity Splitter".

Is Wild Light a good place to start with 65daysofstatic?

Yes, Wild Light is recommended as a starting point for new 65daysofstatic listeners. An expansive blend of intricate rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes that draw on post-rock and electronic influences. When 'Wild Light' was released in 2013, 65daysofstatic was transitioning from their earlier post-rock roots into a more experimental electronic sound. This album followed their critically acclaimed release 'Silent Running' (2010), marking a significant evolution in their style and approach to composition.

Who is Wild Light for?

Wild Light works well if you're into steady mid-tempo progression, immersive sonic landscapes and kaleidoscopic textures.

How many songs are on Wild Light?

Wild Light has 8 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Wild Light

65daysofstatic · 2013

50 min · 8 tracks · electronic music

An expansive blend of intricate rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes that draw on post-rock and electronic influences.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Heat Death Infinity Splitter Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its pulsating beats and layered textures, illustrating the album's exploration of complex sonic landscapes.
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The Undertow — With its haunting melodies and climactic build-up, this track exemplifies the emotional depth present throughout 'Wild Light', merging intensity with intricacy.
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Unmake the Wild Light — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic essence, juxtaposing ambient sections with explosive crescendos that reflect a journey through chaos and clarity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

67 /100

Alpine

Higher than 91% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and strong production, blending post-rock and electronic elements effectively.

What we noticed

Each track employs layered textures and complex rhythms, often building to climactic moments before dissolving into quieter passages.

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

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo progression
immersive sonic landscapes
kaleidoscopic textures
thoughtful background listening
late-night reflective moods

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — This album marks a shift towards a more experimental electronic sound for the band.
Career context: When 'Wild Light' was released in 2013, 65daysofstatic was transitioning from their earlier post-rock roots into a more experimental electronic sound. This album followed their critically acclaimed release 'Silent Running' (2010), marking a significant evolution in their style and approach to composition.
Stylistic neighbors: Godspeed You! Black Emperor· Explosions in the Sky· The Algorithm