Spiderland
Slint · 1991
39 min · 6 tracks · post-punk · post-rock · math rock
Sparse instrumentation and haunting vocals create a disquieting atmosphere that lingers long after the last note fades.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in 1991, 'Spiderland' was Slint's second album following their debut 'Tweez' (1989). At this point, the band was transitioning from their early post-hardcore sound to a more experimental approach, which would define the genre of math rock.
- If you like
- post-punk, post-rock, math rock
Spiderland is an album by Slint, released in 1991. Sparse instrumentation and haunting vocals create a disquieting atmosphere that lingers long after the last note fades. 'Spiderland' is often credited with influencing a generation of bands within the post-rock and math rock movements, despite its modest initial commercial success. The album has received critical acclaim over the years, being featured in numerous 'best albums' lists and recognized for its innovative structure and sonic depth. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Spiderland sound like?
Sparse instrumentation and haunting vocals create a disquieting atmosphere that lingers long after the last note fades. Rooted in post-punk and post-rock.
What makes Spiderland by Slint notable?
'Spiderland' is often credited with influencing a generation of bands within the post-rock and math rock movements, despite its modest initial commercial success. The album has received critical acclaim over the years, being featured in numerous 'best albums' lists and recognized for its innovative structure and sonic depth. Released in 1991, 'Spiderland' was Slint's second album following their debut 'Tweez' (1989). At this point, the band was transitioning from their early post-hardcore sound to a more experimental approach, which would define the genre of math rock.
Who is Spiderland for?
Spiderland works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Spiderland?
Spiderland has 6 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Breadcrumb Trail Standout 5:55
- 2 Nosferatu Man 5:34
- 3 Don, Aman 6:28
- 4 Washer Standout 8:50
- 5 For Dinner… 5:05
- 6 Good Morning, Captain Standout 7:39
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