What makes Wonder Where We Land by SBTRKT notable?

The album received critical acclaim upon release, featuring prominently on year-end lists from outlets like The Guardian and NME. Its innovative approach to blending genres contributed to SBTRKT's reputation as a pioneer in the evolving landscape of electronic music. Released in 2014, Wonder Where We Land is SBTRKT's second studio album, following his acclaimed self-titled debut. At this point, he had established himself as a prominent figure in the UK electronic scene, building on the momentum of his earlier work while experimenting with new collaborators and sounds.

Who is Wonder Where We Land for?

Wonder Where We Land works well if you're into immersive soundscapes for reflection, short interludes enhance engagement and fluid transitions between tracks.

How many songs are on Wonder Where We Land?

Wonder Where We Land has 22 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Wonder Where We Land

SBTRKT · 2014

60 min · 22 tracks · dubstep

Fluid electronic soundscapes interweave with soulful vocals, creating an immersive journey through modern dubstep and experimental pop.

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Top tracks — play these first

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New Dorp. New York. — This track features a collaboration with Vampire Weekend's Ezra Koenig, merging eclectic pop influences with SBTRKT's signature sound, showcasing the album's adventurous spirit.
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Voices in My Head — With its haunting atmosphere and introspective lyrics, this song exemplifies the emotional depth present throughout the album, drawing listeners into its layered sonic world.
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Higher — A standout track that blends rhythmic complexity with soaring vocals, illustrating SBTRKT's ability to fuse danceable beats with lyrical poignancy.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album blends genres effectively but has moments where cohesion falters due to its length and structure.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, often eschewing traditional verse-chorus formats in favor of fluid transitions.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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

immersive soundscapes for reflection
short interludes enhance engagement
fluid transitions between tracks
soulful vocals evoke deep emotions
for late-night introspection

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward song structures
seek high-energy dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2014, Wonder Where We Land is SBTRKT's second studio album, following his acclaimed self-titled debut. At this point, he had established himself as a prominent figure in the UK electronic scene, building on the momentum of his earlier work while experimenting with new collaborators and sounds.
Stylistic neighbors: Mount Kimbie· James Blake· Bicep

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Voices in My Head

A pivotal moment occurs when the narrative shifts from external observations to an intimate confrontation with inner thoughts.

This shift reveals a deeper vulnerability not present elsewhere in the album, highlighting a personal struggle amidst the broader societal themes.