Artifakts
Richie Hawtin · 1998
73 min · 7 tracks · techno · minimal techno
A cerebral exploration of minimal techno, merging intricate rhythms with atmospheric soundscapes.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Upon its release in 1998, 'Artifakts' marked Richie Hawtin's transition from his earlier work into a more experimental and conceptual phase. This album arrived two years after the acclaimed 'Decks, EFX & 909', showcasing Hawtin's evolution as a leading figure in the minimal techno scene during the late 90s.
- If you like
- techno, minimal techno
Artifakts is an album by Richie Hawtin, released in 1998. A cerebral exploration of minimal techno, merging intricate rhythms with atmospheric soundscapes. The album is significant for its role in defining the minimal techno genre and received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to sound design. 'Artifakts' was influential in shaping subsequent electronic music trends and has been cited by many artists as a key reference point in their own work. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Artifakts sound like?
A cerebral exploration of minimal techno, merging intricate rhythms with atmospheric soundscapes. Rooted in techno and minimal techno.
What makes Artifakts by Richie Hawtin notable?
The album is significant for its role in defining the minimal techno genre and received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to sound design. 'Artifakts' was influential in shaping subsequent electronic music trends and has been cited by many artists as a key reference point in their own work. Upon its release in 1998, 'Artifakts' marked Richie Hawtin's transition from his earlier work into a more experimental and conceptual phase. This album arrived two years after the acclaimed 'Decks, EFX & 909', showcasing Hawtin's evolution as a leading figure in the minimal techno scene during the late 90s.
Who is Artifakts for?
Artifakts works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Artifakts?
Artifakts has 7 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Korridor Standout 5:48
- 2 Psyk 8:30
- 3 Pakard 12:14
- 4 Hypokondriak Standout 10:34
- 5 Rekall 10:47
- 6 Skizofrenik 4:59
- 7 Are Friends Electrik? / Lodgikal Nonsense Standout 20:26
Release Date
January 1, 1998
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
73 min 22 sec
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