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Small Craft on a Milk Sea

Brian Eno

Album 2010
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About this album

Sound: "A serene yet fragmented soundscape that intertwines ambient textures with intricate rhythmic patterns."

Where they were

Released in 2010, 'Small Craft on a Milk Sea' marked Brian Eno's return to instrumental music after his departure from vocal-driven projects. This album followed his collaboration with Coldplay on 'Viva La Vida', showcasing Eno's continued evolution as a pioneer in ambient and electronic music. It highlights his ability to blend technology and art, remaining influential in the genre.

Why it matters

The album received critical acclaim, with many reviewers praising its innovative sound and production techniques. It debuted at number 44 on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying Eno's relevance in contemporary music. Additionally, the work has been noted for its influence on ambient music and has been featured in various media, enhancing its cultural footprint.

Essential tracks

  • "Emerald and Lime" — This track sets the tone for the album with its lush ambient layers and subtle complexity, inviting listeners into Eno’s serene world.
  • "Small Craft on a Milk Sea" — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album’s exploratory nature, presenting a vivid sonic landscape in just under two minutes.
  • "Complex Heaven" — This piece showcases Eno's unique ability to combine simplicity with intricate sound design, leading to a meditative experience.
  • "Calcium Needles" — With a more dynamic structure, this track highlights Eno’s exploration of rhythm within ambient contexts, making it stand out on the album.
  • "Late Anthropocene" — Closing the album, this extended track offers an expansive conclusion, blending textures that reflect on humanity's relationship with nature.

Release Date

October 19, 2010

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Tracklist

  1. 1 Emerald and Lime 3:02
  2. 2 Complex Heaven 3:05
  3. 3 Small Craft on a Milk Sea 1:48
  4. 4 Flint March 1:55
  5. 5 Horse 3:01
  6. 6 2 Forms of Anger 3:14
  7. 7 Bone Jump 2:22
  8. 8 Dust Shuffle 1:54
  9. 9 Paleosonic 4:25
  10. 10 Slow Ice, Old Moon 3:25
  11. 11 Lesser Heaven 3:20
  12. 12 Calcium Needles 3:24
  13. 13 Emerald and Stone 2:12
  14. 14 Written, Forgotten 3:55
  15. 15 Late Anthropocene 7:54

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