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Flying Basket

Jim O'Rourke · 2015

71 min · 4 tracks · indie rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with sprawling compositions, creating a meditative journey through experimental textures.

Flying Basket is an album by Jim O'Rourke, released in 2015. Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with sprawling compositions, creating a meditative journey through experimental textures. This album is notable for its ambitious structure, consisting of four lengthy tracks that challenge traditional song formats. It received critical acclaim for its intricate sonic layering and has influenced contemporary experimental musicians seeking to explore extended forms and immersive listening experiences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Flying Basket sound like?

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with sprawling compositions, creating a meditative journey through experimental textures. Rooted in indie rock.

What makes Flying Basket by Jim O'Rourke notable?

This album is notable for its ambitious structure, consisting of four lengthy tracks that challenge traditional song formats. It received critical acclaim for its intricate sonic layering and has influenced contemporary experimental musicians seeking to explore extended forms and immersive listening experiences. By 2015, Jim O'Rourke was well-established in the experimental music scene, having released several influential albums. 'Flying Basket' followed his 2013 album 'The Visitor', showcasing his continued evolution as an artist who blends avant-garde approaches with melodic sensibilities.

How many songs are on Flying Basket?

Flying Basket has 4 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·71:27

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Flying Basket, Part 1 Standout 18:29
  • 2 Flying Basket, Part 2 Standout 19:03

Disc 2

  • 1 Flying Basket, Part 3 Standout 15:06
  • 2 Flying Basket, Part 4 18:49

Release Date

September 18, 2015

Genre

indie rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

71 min 27 sec