Broken Vessels
Bill Laswell · 1999
48 min · 14 tracks · jazz · dub music
A sonic tapestry weaving together experimental dub and jazz-infused soundscapes that evoke a hauntingly atmospheric experience.
Broken Vessels is an album by Bill Laswell, released in 1999. A sonic tapestry weaving together experimental dub and jazz-infused soundscapes that evoke a hauntingly atmospheric experience. 'Broken Vessels' is notable for its unique approach to sound design, blending elements of dub and ambient music, which influenced subsequent genres like trip-hop and electronic. The album received critical acclaim for its inventive textures and compositions, showcasing Laswell's ability to create immersive auditory experiences that resonate with listeners. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Broken Vessels sound like?
A sonic tapestry weaving together experimental dub and jazz-infused soundscapes that evoke a hauntingly atmospheric experience. Rooted in jazz and dub music.
What makes Broken Vessels by Bill Laswell notable?
'Broken Vessels' is notable for its unique approach to sound design, blending elements of dub and ambient music, which influenced subsequent genres like trip-hop and electronic. The album received critical acclaim for its inventive textures and compositions, showcasing Laswell's ability to create immersive auditory experiences that resonate with listeners. By 1999, Bill Laswell was a prolific figure in the music scene, known for his innovative fusion of genres. 'Broken Vessels' marked his continued exploration of sound as a follow-up to several collaborative projects, solidifying his reputation as a boundary-pushing producer and musician in both the dub and jazz realms.
How many songs are on Broken Vessels?
Broken Vessels has 14 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Broken Vessel Standout 5:37
- 2 ER 3:17
- 3 Dementia 2:57
- 4 Light Speed Standout 3:46
- 5 Strained 4:52
- 6 High Ride 2:07
- 7 Needle Drop 2:32
- 8 Graveyard 1:49
- 9 Smoking Up 5:13
- 10 Explosion 1:16
- 11 First Call 5:40
- 12 Falling Under Standout 2:16
- 13 Lost Control 2:47
- 14 Hands 4:46
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