What makes & Yet & Yet by Do Make Say Think notable?

The album is notable for its critical acclaim within the post-rock community, often cited as a significant work that helped define the genre in the early 2000s. Its experimental nature and rich instrumentation contributed to the band's growing influence, leading to performances at major festivals and further establishing their place in the Canadian music scene. Released in 2002, & Yet & Yet is Do Make Say Think's third studio album, following their acclaimed 1999 release, Goodbye Enemy Airship. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the post-rock genre, showcasing their evolving sound and intricate compositions that would resonate with both fans and critics alike.

How many songs are on & Yet & Yet?

& Yet & Yet has 7 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

& Yet & Yet

Do Make Say Think · 2002

49 min · 7 tracks · post-rock

Expansive instrumental landscapes seamlessly blend textured guitars and hypnotic rhythms, inviting listeners on a contemplative auditory journey.

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Chinatown — Chinatown stands out with its ethereal build-up and dynamic shifts, encapsulating the band's signature blend of introspection and intensity.
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Classic Noodlanding — Opening the album, Classic Noodlanding introduces listeners to the intricate layering and textural experimentation that defines much of the record.
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End of Music — The track explores themes of closure through its gradual crescendo, creating an emotional arc that elevates the listening experience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

73 /100

Alpine

Higher than 96% of albums we've rated

The album's expansive soundscapes and seamless transitions create a compelling auditory journey within the post-rock genre.

What we noticed

The album features lengthy tracks, with most exceeding six minutes, allowing for gradual build-ups and explorations of sound.
Each piece often transitions seamlessly into the next, creating a continuous flow that enhances the immersive experience.
Layered instrumentation is prominent, with guitars and drums weaving in and out of focus, contributing to a dynamic yet cohesive soundscape.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
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 Classic Noodlanding 5:28
2 End of Music 6:53
3 White Light Of 6:56
4 Chinatown 5:34
5 Reitschule 9:17
6 Soul and Onward 6:39
7 Anything for Now 8:23

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Goodbye Enemy Airship the Landlord Is Dead

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