Fear of a Black Tangent
Busdriver · 2005
60 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · underground hip-hop
A frenetic blend of abstract lyricism and experimental soundscapes that challenge conventions of hip-hop.
Fear of a Black Tangent is an album by Busdriver, released in 2005. A frenetic blend of abstract lyricism and experimental soundscapes that challenge conventions of hip-hop. 'Fear of a Black Tangent' received positive critical acclaim, praised for its intricate wordplay and innovative production. It contributed to the growing alternative hip-hop scene in the mid-2000s and has influenced a generation of artists seeking to push the boundaries of the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Fear of a Black Tangent sound like?
A frenetic blend of abstract lyricism and experimental soundscapes that challenge conventions of hip-hop. Rooted in hip-hop and alternative hip-hop.
What makes Fear of a Black Tangent by Busdriver notable?
'Fear of a Black Tangent' received positive critical acclaim, praised for its intricate wordplay and innovative production. It contributed to the growing alternative hip-hop scene in the mid-2000s and has influenced a generation of artists seeking to push the boundaries of the genre. Released on February 15, 2005, 'Fear of a Black Tangent' is Busdriver's third studio album. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a key figure in underground hip-hop, following the critically acclaimed 'Cosmic Cleavage' and preceding 'Jhelli Beam'. The album showcases his unique style and perspective, marking a significant step in his artistic evolution.
How many songs are on Fear of a Black Tangent?
Fear of a Black Tangent has 17 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Yawning Zeitgeist Intro (Freestyle) 1:30
- 2 Reheated Pop! 3:00
- 3 Unemployed Black Astronaut Standout 4:00
- 4 Happiness ('s Unit of Measurement) Standout 4:38
- 5 Avantcore 2:24
- 6 Wormholes Standout 4:27
- 7 Map Your Psyche 4:15
- 8 Cool Band Buzz 3:29
- 9 Note Boom 3:43
- 10 Low Flying Winged Books 4:56
- 11 Befriend the Friendless Friendster 3:39
- 12 Sphinx's Coonery 4:43
- 13 Lefty's Lament 3:42
- 14 [silence] 1:00
- 15 Avantcore (D-Styles remix) 2:33
- 16 Happiness ('s Unit of Measurement) (Prefuse 73 remix) 4:16
- 17 Unemployed Black Astronaut (Nobody remix) 4:39
Release Date
February 15, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
60 min 54 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.