Wilder as die Wildtuin
Die Heuwels Fantasties · 2011
58 min · 14 tracks · electronic music
An eclectic blend of electronic beats and Afrikaans lyrics, merging vibrant melodies with introspective themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wilder As Die Wildtuin — The title track sets the tone for the album with its infectious energy and lyrical playfulness, encapsulating the band's signature style.
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Verlore Stilte — This track showcases a more introspective side of the band, featuring haunting melodies that contrast with the upbeat nature of other songs.
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Buitenste Ruim — With its layered production and captivating rhythm, this song represents the innovative electronic elements that define much of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends electronic beats with Afrikaans lyrics, showcasing a unique sound but with some conventional elements.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered electronic textures, with each track building on rhythmic patterns that evolve throughout.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements alongside melodic hooks, creating a dynamic interplay between rhythm and narrative.
- The first half of the album maintains an upbeat tempo, while the latter half introduces slower, more contemplative pieces that shift the overall mood.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant melodies for introspective moments
- engaging rhythms for active listening
- melodic exploration across diverse tracks
- reflective themes with energetic beats
Maybe skip if you
- dislike eclectic or varied sounds
- prefer instant gratification over exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Wilder as die Wildtuin is Die Heuwels Fantasties' second studio album, released in 2011, following their successful debut. The band was solidifying their unique sound, combining electronic music with a distinctly South African perspective, which helped establish them as key figures in the Afrikaans pop scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gold Panda· Tycho· Odesza
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wilder As Die Wildtuin 3:50
- 2 Buitenste Ruim 4:25
- 3 Verlore Stilte 4:57
- 4 Heel Te Mal 3:54
- 5 Waar Die Hel Uitkom 4:09
- 6 In En Uit 3:51
- 7 Verwag My Terug 4:13
- 8 Nog 'n Jaar 4:37
- 9 Modus Operandi 4:13
- 10 Los My Uit 3:04
- 11 Wind En Weer 2:36
- 12 Mangemaak 3:28
- 13 Wonder Bo Wonder 4:00
- 14 Wilder As Die Wildtuin II 6:46
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