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A simple album ,but felt very honest and didn't overstay its welcome. Really enjoyed it.
An enjoyable listen
Too much screaming in a few songs and hard to understand what is said in the lyrics.
A bit of post punk style with 90s alternative aesthetic. Not a fan though, the songs kind of meander.
boooriiiing
3.5, didn't quite do it for me
I cannot believe I listened to the whole thing. It was so bad. I'm sure they have their fans but I couldn't stand them.
Sick album, oppressive soundscape. Really moody highs and lows that know when to rock and when to get really quiet and angsty.
If this were, like, my nephew's friend's band, I'd probably be like, wow, that's really good, they're really cool.
There's some good stuff here but not enough to generate 8+ minute long tracks.
Spiderland! Spiderland! Does whatever a Spider cand. Is it good? Not a bit. It's just tedious mumble shit. Look out! Here comes the Spiderland.
while my guitar gently webs
I didn't want the guys to drown(cover art), but was hoping enough water would make them stop playing.
Ever been to a concert and had a dude next to you that wouldn’t shut up? He just kept talking about mundane random shit the entire time the band was playing? That experience is this album. Some dude spouting pointless stories over a band for 40 minutes.
As a 90's teen, kinda can't believe I didn't know this record already.
Really didn't like it, especially not the horrible ASMR at the end
First of all, after reading the blurb I realised I wasn't in for 2 hours, but 40 minutes (thanks Apple music for bastardising so many albums into 'deluxe' or 'remastered' versions). Anyhow, this band reminds me of Pavement or Deus, but to my ears they both have more of an edge to keep me engaged. These are predictable and safe by comparison. Not unpleasant, sure these songs would grow on me over time, but would I want to return often? Probably not. Sidenote. While I'm writing, the Cure have a new single released, so I kinda can't wait for this to finish so I can't listen to that.
Thought this was great. Another first. Can hear what they influenced from the get-go and I'm all for it.
What is this doing on the list
The music felt simple yet very interesting and creative Also the spoken lyrics added such a dark vibe and i loved it i think i would listen to it again <3
Spiderland is the second and final studio album by Slint, originally released in 1991. Man, this sounds so ahead if its time. This band definitely influenced later math rock/emo bands to come after such as American Football. This album veers into semi-experimental territory at times, with lyrics often delivered in a spoken-word manner. The instrumentals remain lively and paint vivid landscapes much like post-rock bands such as GY!BE. The production is really solid and sounds more 2000s than early 90s. Super cool stuff.
sollte das schoon grunge sein oder noch Punk? eher nicht so ...
Sounds like being trapped in a hot car
Really loved never heard before
Four teenagers walk into a room with instruments in their hands. A not so atypical scenario when it comes to passing the time and angling towards music glory. But this band was different. They already had an album out, and an EP. They were not successes at the time but at least it was around. This, however, would become seen in later years as a pivotal moment not just for the band, but for independent rock in general as this would be the signpost for a genre that would take shape as post-rock. Slint, as they were then, had no idea about any of that. Six songs, each of them sparse yet epic in their own way. All feeling, no wasted movement. Music for bleary days. Spiderland indeed left behind breadcrumb trails, whether or not it was intended to be followed. Yet the blueprint remains and they never dared to attempt bettering it. It is one of the few records of the last thirty plus years that is deserving of its status as a post-rock, and indie rock, milestone.
3+
Enjoyed it more as the album went on. Very cool. Standout songs: Don Aman Good Morning, Captain
Moody influential early post rock. Feels somewhere between King Crimson, Tool and Nick Cave. Memorable and haunting.
This is a pretty special album. It has beautiful melodies, and a sound and a feel that will bring me back to listen to it again and again.
The title made me dread this. The wiki page made me actually pretty excited for it. Turns out, not mad about it. I can see why it has a cult following - not just for the band that broke up as the second album came out - but for the weirdness and intensity of the album itself.
Masterfully crafted, hella influential, and ahead of its time. Engineering sounds fantastic. Creative use of dynamics. Engaging storytelling. Very classic 🤘
"Spiderland" is the second and final studio album by American rock band Slint. Post-rock, post-hardcore and math rock are the Wiki-listed genres. Yeah! The album was engineered by Brian Paulson and recorded over four days. Slint began as a hardcore punk band but for this album "developed a complex, idiosyncratic sound characterized by atypical rhythmic meters, harmonic dissonance and irregular song structures." That sums it up. Slint was Brian McMahan (vocals, guitar), David Pajo (guitar), Brit Walford (drums, vocals, guitar) and Todd Brashear (bass). The album did poorly commercially but gained a cult following. It is considered foundational in the 1990's post-rock and math rock genres and a milestone in indie and experimental rock. "Breadcrumb Trail" opens the album. High-pitched, melodic guitar with a slow drum beat. McMahan talking. The music changes: piercing guitar, heavy drums, McMahan screaming. Another change to guitar with feedback and a slower pace. Then...repeat cycle. It's about a day at a carnival with a fortune teller. "Nosferatu Man" starts with a slow drum beat, low key, screeching guitar. The guitar is actually melodic. The music goes heavy metal hard and then slows down with a hypnotic drum beat. More whispering from McMahan. This is creepy and it should be as it's based on the 1922 silent vampire film of the same name. The album closes with "Good Morning, Captain." A pronounced bass, loud drums and more piercing guitar. Of course, a big change to guitar with feedback then they go soft. Multple tempo changes and they finally end with McMahan taking and screeching and echoing guitars. I'm glad I didn't listened to this album until about 10 to 15 years ago. I'm not sure that I would liked or even noticed it back in 1991. I guess no one else did either. A creepy atmosphere. Dynamic tempo changes. Screeching, piercing and feedback-laced guitars. The music is soft, loud and sometimes even builds. The vocals range from whispering to talking to screaming to actually singing. I'm very glad I did first listen to when I did; I was very open to it and found it curious. Upon repeated listens I really liked it. Now, I find something different every time I listen to it. And no, not for everyone, but those who want some what of challenge, it's definitely worth it.
Certainly an album too sophisticated for me. I get that what's here is good, but my disinterest for this type of music makes it hard for me to enjoy this. Not bad by any means, though.
Some of this has an eerie ominous effect that borders on unnerving at times, would work well in a horror movie minus the vocals
Ohhhhh fuck yes easy one for me
Post-rock classic. Among my favourites. Slint would be broken up before this album was even released and maybe the transitory nature of Slint added to the legend and mystery. Along with Spirit of Eden Laughing Stock, albums that developed a style and defined a genre.
It was dark. But it resonated. I really enjoyed exploring this album and a genre I am not that inclined to listen to.
Man, this is a tough one. Listened a couple times last week and again today and I'm still unsure how I feel about this album. I feel like my level of excitement dropped with each listen as his taking/mumbling style of singing started to wear on me. Seemed like this had potential to very good to great, but it never kicked into that extra gear. Too much grunge meets goth. A little more grunge and this album scores higher for this listener. Can't say I would turn this off but can't say I would seek this out either. I did enjoy my listens and I did think decently good. Loved the songs my Spotify genre lead me into after the album was over....damn I'm still unsure what i think about this. 3
4 Coming off the heels of Traffic’s technical but soulless John Barleycorn Must Die, I feel like we couldn’t have gone further in the opposite direction, this being an album highly imperfect in sound and production but expressive and personal to a point of uncomfortability. To state the obvious, this is a DARK album, and it was the last from the group before the singer’s mental breakdown - though you probably could have guessed that as well just by listening. As an emo and late 80s/early 90s alternative rock enthusiast, this album has been recommended to me a few times, and each time I listened to it, I didn’t get it. Like, it’s just a dude mumbling over a bunch of loud, barely in-tune guitar and bass notes? What am I looking for here exactly? It’s the kind of thing that reminds me music nerds are some of the most pretentious out there. And yet, I’ve learned that I’m among those pretentious music nerds. Bear with me, but this album grew on me significantly in the four times I listened to it here - and I’m still not entirely sure why. In some ways, I think it’s how personal it feels - though the lyrics are often times vague (if you can even make them out), something about Brian McMahan’s delivery matches the soft/loud musical dynamics perfectly, giving off this anxious, depressing feeling that I’ve never really encountered anywhere else, and the more you immerse yourself into it, the more compelling it seems to become. There’s so much subtlety and nuance bubbling below the surface that I understand why it would take someone multiple listens to appreciate it - it certainly did for me. Ultimately, I don't think there’s much I could say here to do the album justice, it’s just one of those things you just have to listen to to understand. It’s certainly one of the most unique things I’ve heard, and while probably not the kind of thing I see myself coming back to regularly, I can only imagine how hard it would hit on a dark, lonely night. At the end of the day, I think there’s a little bit of Spiderland in us all, it’s just whether we choose to embrace that or not. Want to end this review with a shoutout to Steve Albini. Even though this album only sold a few thousand copies when it originally released and was immediately forgotten about, the guy is quoted as having said, “In 10 years it will be a landmark and you'll have to scramble to buy a copy then.” Slint certainly isn’t a household name, but I think its inclusion on this list (and its #29 all-time spot on rateyourmusic.com) speaks for itself.
So if good intentions pave the road to hell this was I-25. Maybe it wasn’t that bad but it was hard not to get lost in the fodder of unorganized teenage rage and musical redundancy. Washer was a key track. However, it took me three attempts before I got through the album once. Probably won’t come back to this one.
This is some dark grunge shit. Not sure what to make of this one. This is definitely not my cup of tea. I could see how someone is into though. IT definitely has a vibe and is locked into that vibe. I think I tried this one years ago based on a similar list or some random deep cut recommendation. I didn't particularly like then and I still don't like it. Maybe I'll remember this time to not bother again.
Could have possibly been a three stars if the lead singer actually sang. Overall, not super memorable tracks and just found it meh.
The entire album felt like b reel background music. That being said… I liked it. Tempted to make it a 3, but I don’t think it lives up to some of the other 3 stars on the list.
The spoken word is what does it in for me because the best parts of the album are the stretches that don’t have lyrics. Was hoping I was going to discover a new band I’d like. I did not.
This is a 1 star album...... but I...... I kinda like it. I like the narrator singing style (even if it's too low for me to understand what's being said). I like the ominous melancholy tone throughout the album. The songs are long, but I couldn't hit skip halfway through because I wanted to see how they would change. This album probably had a big influence on the modern Midwest Emo scene that's been picking up over the years. Overall, I won't be going back to listen to this album again, but I will be thinking about it for some time to come.
Nah
Arachnophobia friendly, trust me. Favourite Songs: Breadcrumb Trail, Washer, Good Morning, Captain. Least Favourite Songs: For Dinner....
Awesome this made the 1,001 list!
I almost wish I could've heard this in a few different ways to pay attention to the mixing. The vocals are overpowered constantly but it's clearly a design choice and gives a good texture to it all. I liked hearing this but don't know if I'd come back much. Was more of an experience vs something that blew me away or seemed to be incredibly skilled. This is a strong two or weak three.
This didn't do anything for me. Kind of an indie rock sound that faded into the background for me. I'm not interested in listening again.
That was crap.
This album is boring and obnoxious. These guys have some good moments and interesting musical ideas that build but ultimately fizzle into nothing. Would like to hear them use their novel rhythmic ideas to create something with more impact, but instead they seem to just revel in their depression and mumble about their sense of listlessness. I'm all for sad music but your band can't be both sad AND boring otherwise what are we doing here but comparing notes on our bullshit lives?
Never heard of the band or the album. This album has a doom metal vibe, slow discordant and gloomy. Not to say this is a bad thing. Stand out tracks: - Washer - Good Morning Captain
An interesting listen 3/5
5 pieces of shit in a row. Please give me something at least halfway decent.
Dreadful
Not my usual kind of thing. But this was very well done. Really tight. Singular style. Never obnoxious. Interesting, different, not bad at all. Like Fugazi, but less groovy, more spare and slightly haunted. 4/5
Shoegaze is a genre you have to get, otherwise it goes on a bit and goes nowhere
I listened to this driving home on an empty highway at midnight on a Thursday. Was I into it? Yes. Could I hear every word? Heck no. Was I at times maybe a little spooked? Yes! "Don, Aman" in particular gave me the heebie jeebies. This whole album was so damn unsettling... and so good. Good music makes you feel, and this made me feel all sorts of ways. Loved the instrumentals and solos as well. The mixing was awesome, the dynamics were incredible. Right when you turn the volume up too high to hear a whisper, your face gets blown off. Man this was great. I'll come back to this one.
Ooooof this speaks to me. I love the rawness of the instruments and I love the garage band sound, always. So for me - it was a strong one. First song got to me with the contrasting vocalist and obvious narrative approach with a clearly unreliable narrator. I could feel the lows, the chaos, and the tension. Second track solidified that this album was made for me lol. So non seriously serious. Ugh just gets me. Angsty, hairy, and jam worthy. As the album continued, I concluded this as a clear predecessor the early aughts emo punk era. It’s gritty, immature, and dramatic. Strong rock with a youthful emotionality that I adored. Will return again and again.
Spoken word with drone rock in the background. Some noise rock at times, but most of it is chill and grooving. One of those concept albums that likely has a cult following, but I am not a part of that. This is underwhelming at first listen and reminds me of bad alternative rock - a band that wanted to be another band and never did their own unique thing.
Interesting. Need to listen again.
Ugh, it was really hard to get through this. I truly hated it.
This was a real discovery, thank you 1001. Had to give this quite a few listens, there is a lot going on and I still don't grok it all. I'm going to keep going until I do.
Like a punk Explosions in the Sky with spoken word, dark lyrics. It doesn’t capture my attention but I recognize the objective.
started off interesting then become boring
Occasional hits, More misses, in a quiet, Restrained alt album
Omy heck, WHO ARE THESE GUYS, minimal and discordant with mumbling, I LOVE THIS AND HATE THAT NO ONE EVER INTRODUCED US BEFORE 5 STARS
Really dull. How is this on the list?!
Never heard of it! Enjoyed. Coulda been in the rotation back then.
Awful
If only Slint never broke up, they could have become one of the greatest post rock bands of all time. This is a brilliant album and shows such potential for this band. The atmosphere that is created and the moody spoken word vocals are fantastic, giving this album an almost creepy unsettling feel to it, but in the best way possible. The repetitive guitar riffs are so moody and get stuck in your head so easily, all while the vocals creep in from the background and deliver some amazing storytelling.
I can’t believe this is considered as influential as it is. It’s not good. There’s no soul. It’s just disaffected dudes doing their best “we’re cool because we’re in a band” schtick but they lack the charisma or talent needed to really sell this. It sucks.
Notable tracks: Breadcrumb Trail, Nosferatu Man, Don Aman, Washer, Good Morning Captain
Yeah…fine…this got me. Fucking gorgeous. May be cause I’m faded but every time the rough guitars came in it surprised me. I don’t know if it has much replay value tho, so 4 stars… even though t’was grreat
Not my thing - spoken word over disjointed guitars
I remember the 90s fondly. I don't remember the 90s being this BORRRRING
A sonic snuff film, in the best possible way. All jokes aside, really good instrumentation, and the meandering spoken word really works.
The most refreshing new thing I've heard on this list in ages. It simultaneously sounds like so many other bands I've enjoyed and yet so unique. Love the musical style, the lyrics and their delivery, perfect use of hard/soft, fast/slow. Wow. How wasn't this album more massive. Kudos list creator for treating me to this. Easily top 5 new finds.
Weno xd
This is not for me. But it reminds me of a lot of things that are for me that aren't for anyone else.
Ominous, uncomfortable, angular music that sets a mood early on and rides it through to conclusion. The occasional starbursts of crunchy, overdriven guitar startle - and when Slint shift gears, they are a very heavy unit indeed. Really good, although you wouldn't stick it on at a party.
litt cursed
Pretty cool.
Heyoo, another vinyl that I own! I kind of lost count, but it makes 4 in total from the list? Not too shabby. Slint is a quite unremarkable band, except for Spider land, for some reason. It's a quite good album on its own, few nice riffs and vocal moments, great atmosphere. Nothing that special, but it gets it recognition because of the year it was released. At the time rock and metal was quite standardised, so a lot of people think Spiderland came out of nowhere, progressing the music by many years. A lot of my favourite bands have something in them thanks to this record. Whatever the truth is - kudos Slint for trying!
Shocking that the band was already done before this album dropped.
Definitely an album born in the 90s.
Das Album, das oft als Meilenstein des Math-Rock-Genres ist spiegelt angesehen wir spiegelt die Komplexität und den anspruchsvollen Charakter des Genres wider. Es ist definitiv kein leicht zugängliches Werk und erfordert mehrere Durchläufe, um seine Tiefe und Nuancen vollständig zu erfassen. Spiderland zeichnet sich durch seine unkonventionellen Songstrukturen und komplexen Rhythmen aus. Die Band verwendet häufig ungerade Taktarten und abrupte Tempowechsel, was das Hörerlebnis herausfordernd, aber auch faszinierend macht. So schafft es eine düstere und intensive Atmosphäre. Die minimalistischen Arrangements und die oft gesprochenen, statt gesungenen, Texte tragen zu einem Gefühl der Beklemmung und Isolation bei. Diese emotionale Tiefe ist ein Markenzeichen des Albums und kann beim ersten Hören überwältigend wirken. “Washer” ist ein herausragender Track, der durch seine vergleichsweise zugängliche Melodie und Struktur hervorsticht. Es bietet einen emotionalen Höhepunkt und ist vielleicht der am leichtesten zu verdauende Song des Spiderland ist definitiv ein Album, das Zeit und Geduld erfordert. Es ist kein Werk, das man nebenbei hören kann; es verlangt nach Aufmerksamkeit und Reflexion. Wenn man bereit ist, sich auf die komplexen Strukturen und die emotionale Tiefe einzulassen, könnte es sich lohnen, erneut in die Welt des Math-Rock einzutauchen. Vielleicht entdeckt man bei jedem Hören neue Facetten und Details, die zuvor entgangen sind.
Raw indy. Kinda depressing.
I love this site, yet another album and band that I have never heard of. This is a great band and I really liked what I heard. Top tracker Washer, don't know why it just resonated with me
Couldn't be bothered past track one.
"We are trying to make experimental music like Velvet Underground, but we aren't talented"
I don’t know. I liked the punk roots. It didn’t help that Apple Music immediately recommended Fugazi (who I prefer).
If you give this album the attention it deserves, you're guaranteed to get more of an experience from it. Don't be a fool like me and put it on as background music while trying to meet work deadlines. It deserves more than that. The inherent tension and discordance throughout almost forces you to drop what you're doing and pay attention, and that's not an easy thing for any album to do.
The still waters of Spiderland run deep with sparse, tension-filled arrangements, hypnotically unconventional song structures, and trance-like spoken-word vocals.
Nice Emo/Noise-Rock record. Typical for that era and for Touch & Go. But I’m missing the eruptions here.
Post soft rock. Agradable de escuchar tranquilamente.
**Review of "Spiderland" by Slint: An In-Depth Analysis** **Introduction** Released in 1991, "Spiderland" by Slint is often hailed as a seminal work in the post-rock genre. With its intricate guitar work, unconventional song structures, and emotionally raw lyrics, the album has left an indelible mark on music. This review delves into the album’s lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence, assessing its strengths and weaknesses along the way. **Lyrics** "Spiderland" features introspective and often cryptic lyrics that evoke a sense of unease and melancholy. Vocalist Brian McMahan’s delivery ranges from a whisper to an impassioned shout, effectively conveying the emotional depth of the songs. The lyrics often explore themes of isolation, fear, and existential dread. For instance, in "Good Morning, Captain," inspired by Samuel Taylor Coleridge's "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," McMahan narrates a haunting tale of loss and guilt. Pros: - **Emotional Depth:** The lyrics are profoundly emotional, resonating with listeners on a deep level. - **Imagery:** Vivid imagery and storytelling create a compelling, immersive experience. - **Ambiguity:** The cryptic nature of the lyrics invites various interpretations, engaging listeners further. Cons: - **Accessibility:** The obscure lyrics can be difficult to decipher, potentially alienating some listeners. - **Uniformity:** The consistently dark and introspective tone may not appeal to those seeking variety. **Music** Musically, "Spiderland" is characterized by its dynamic range and intricate compositions. The interplay between David Pajo’s and Brian McMahan’s guitars creates a textured, layered sound. The rhythm section, featuring Britt Walford on drums and Todd Brashear on bass, provides a solid yet flexible foundation, allowing for both tension and release within the songs. The album is noted for its quiet-loud dynamics, a technique that has influenced countless bands. Tracks like "Breadcrumb Trail" and "Washer" exemplify this, starting with delicate, almost fragile melodies that gradually build to powerful crescendos. The band’s precise use of timing and silence is also noteworthy, adding to the suspenseful atmosphere. Pros: - **Innovative Structures:** The unconventional song structures break away from traditional verse-chorus formats, offering a refreshing listening experience. - **Dynamic Range:** The effective use of dynamics enhances the emotional impact of the music. - **Technical Proficiency:** The musicianship is impressive, with each member contributing to the complex arrangements. Cons: - **Repetition:** Some listeners might find the repetitiveness of certain motifs tiresome. - **Pacing:** The deliberate pacing may feel slow to those accustomed to more immediate or upbeat music. **Production** Steve Albini, known for his minimalist and raw production style, engineered "Spiderland." The production is stark, with a live, almost unpolished feel that suits the album’s intimate and intense nature. The use of space and ambience in the recording creates a sense of presence, as if the band is performing in the same room as the listener. The decision to avoid excessive overdubs and studio effects gives the album a raw, honest sound. This approach enhances the emotional authenticity of the performances, capturing the band's dynamic interplay and individual nuances. Pros: - **Authenticity:** The raw production enhances the album’s emotional honesty and intimacy. - **Clarity:** Each instrument is clearly defined, allowing the intricate arrangements to shine. - **Atmosphere:** The use of natural reverb and space contributes to the album’s haunting atmosphere. Cons: - **Polish:** Some may find the production too raw, lacking the polish of more commercially produced albums. - **Balance:** The stark production can sometimes lead to a harsh listening experience, particularly during louder sections. **Themes** "Spiderland" delves into themes of existential dread, isolation, and inner turmoil. The album’s mood is consistently dark, with a pervasive sense of unease and vulnerability. The lyrics often reflect a struggle with identity and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. Tracks like "Don, Aman" and "Washer" explore personal crises and emotional fragility, while "Good Morning, Captain" deals with guilt and loss. The themes are universal, yet the band’s unique approach makes them feel deeply personal. Pros: - **Universality:** The themes resonate with a wide audience, touching on fundamental human experiences. - **Depth:** The exploration of complex emotions and existential questions adds intellectual weight to the album. - **Cohesion:** The consistent themes create a unified, immersive listening experience. Cons: - **Monotony:** The consistently dark themes may feel oppressive or monotonous to some listeners. - **Accessibility:** The heavy, introspective content may not appeal to those looking for lighter or more straightforward music. **Influence** "Spiderland" is often credited with pioneering the post-rock genre, influencing a wide range of artists across various genres. Its impact can be seen in bands like Mogwai, Explosions in the Sky, and Godspeed You! Black Emperor, who adopted and expanded upon Slint’s use of dynamics, atmosphere, and unconventional song structures. The album’s emphasis on mood and texture over traditional songwriting has also left a mark on indie rock and alternative music. Bands such as Radiohead and Sigur Rós have cited "Spiderland" as an influence, integrating similar approaches into their music. Pros: - **Legacy:** The album’s influence on post-rock and beyond is undeniable, shaping the direction of contemporary music. - **Innovation:** "Spiderland" introduced new ways of thinking about song structure and dynamics, pushing musical boundaries. - **Cultural Impact:** The album has achieved a cult status, inspiring a dedicated fan base and numerous cover versions and tributes. Cons: - **Niche Appeal:** Despite its influence, "Spiderland" remains somewhat niche, not achieving mainstream commercial success. - **Overshadowing:** The album’s legacy can sometimes overshadow its individual merits, with its historical significance taking precedence over its musical content. **Conclusion** "Spiderland" by Slint is a landmark album that continues to resonate with listeners and influence musicians decades after its release. Its intricate music, emotionally raw lyrics, and innovative production create a powerful and immersive listening experience. While its dark themes and stark production may not appeal to everyone, the album’s impact on the musical landscape is undeniable. **Pros:** 1. **Emotional Depth and Imagery:** The lyrics are profoundly emotional and rich in vivid imagery, creating a compelling narrative. 2. **Innovative Song Structures:** The unconventional structures and dynamic range offer a refreshing and impactful listening experience. 3. **Raw Production:** The minimalist, raw production enhances the album’s emotional authenticity and intimate atmosphere. 4. **Influential Legacy:** "Spiderland" has significantly influenced the post-rock genre and beyond, shaping contemporary music. **Cons:** 1. **Accessibility:** The obscure lyrics and consistently dark themes may alienate some listeners. 2. **Repetition and Pacing:** The repetitiveness of certain motifs and the deliberate pacing may feel slow or tiresome to some. 3. **Production Harshness:** The stark, unpolished production can sometimes lead to a harsh listening experience. 4. **Niche Appeal:** The album remains somewhat niche, not achieving mainstream commercial success despite its critical acclaim. In summary, "Spiderland" stands as a testament to Slint’s artistic vision and innovative spirit. Its lasting influence and the emotional depth it offers make it a seminal work in the history of alternative music.
Slint's Spiderland is a challenging but rewarding listen. The slow-building, dissonant soundscapes and whispered vocals create a dark and atmospheric mood. While not for everyone, its influence on post-rock and its genre-bending experimentation have earned it a place as a cult classic.
This band was a big influence for the band Pinback, so I was primed to like this album
Intriguing at first, then just kind of boring. Like their name.
Enjoyable! Never listened to it before. Love this genre. Thought this was a very good but not amazing option for the genre. Wish it was less talk singing.
Pretty good.
Sick
Never heard of them before, and I was surprised at how much I liked it.
Disco fundamental de los 90. Ignorados durante un tiempo, este álbum los elevó lentamente a la categoría de mito que no pudieron superar (se separaron ese mismo año). Grabado en apenas cuatro días, con letras improvisadas, son 40 minutos que han ido ganando una influencia vigente hasta nuestros días. Post rock, slowcore, sadcore... Breadcrumb trail define lo que es el disco: ritmos densos, guitarras afiladas, voces que van desde recitados hasta gritos. Nosferatu sigue con el pie en el acelerador y Don, Aman es una de sus mejores canciones, con un inicio pausado que va creciendo hasta arder. Washer es otra delicia, fuera de los parámetros temporales de su grabación. El final con Good Morning, Captain... épico. La portada, otra joya, es una foto tomada por Will Oldham.. Otros discos de 1991,uno de los mejores años de la música, algunos excepcionales, fueron: Pixies- Trompe le monde, Massive Attack- Blue lines, My Bloody Valentine- Loveless, Nirvana- Nevermind, Pearl Jam- Ten, Primal Scream- Screamadelica, U2- Achtung baby, REM- Out of time, Red Hot Chily Peppers- Blood sugar baby..., Metallica- Metallica, Teenage Fanclub- Bandwagonesque, Dinosaur Jr.- Green Mind, Soundgarden- Badmotorfinger, Mathew Sweet- Girlfriend, Sepultura- Arise, PM Dawn- Of the heart, of the soul..., A Tribe Called Quest- The low end theory, Talk Talk- The laughing stock, Mercury Rev- Yerself is steam, Lenny Kravitz- Mama said, Uncle Tupelo- Still feel gone, Chapterhouse- Whirlpool, The Farm-Spartacus, De La Soul- De la soul is dead, Ice T- OG, The Wedding Present- Seamonsters, 3rd bass- Derelicts of Dialect, Electronic- Electronic, Slowdive- Just for a day, Saint Etienne- Foxbase Alpha, Van Morrison-Hymns to the Silence, Neil Young and Crazy Horse- Weld, Superchunk- No pocky for kitty, Blur-Leisure, Orbital- Orbital, The Magnetic Fields-Distant Plastic Trees, Babes in toyland- To mother, Jesus Jones- Doubt, Spacemen 3-Recurring, The Filed Mice- For Keeps, Carter the Unstoppable Sex Machine- 30 Something... También: Prince- Diamonds and pearls, Crowded House- Woodface, Guns and Roses- Use your illusion, Michael Jackson- Dangerous, Queen- Innuendo, Roxette- Joyride, The Silencers-Dance to the Holy Man, Spin Doctors- Pocket Full of Kryptonite, Enya- Sepherd Moons...
It’s a solid 2.5. Not a style of music I’m interested in, but it didn’t really offend me either. It all sounds like a lightly polished improv. Most of the songs are 8 bars repeated for 5 minutes with some instruments getting louder or cutting out for a while, or embellishing on the original 8 bars for 8 more bars, and maybe sometimes changing up the rhythm. I often had a hard timing hearing the spoken parts, so those didn’t add much for me. 2.5
There are elements I like - the odd rhythms and chords are fun, but I'm not a fan of the spoken word. It sounds ahead of its time, yet feels aimless and amateurish at the same time. It has potential and does something different than was common at the time, so I'll give them that. 3.6
I didn't even notice the album had finished, so I guess it was... unmemorable?
Not a fan,,,, not sure what they were going for
One of those albums that is entirely unremarkable. No hate, no love, not even a memory of it a day later.
So much edging
he thought he ate 😭 5/10
I liked the number of songs, but they were all too long. There were no songs that particularly stood out to me. Odd vibes from this one, reminded me of the Afghan Wings album. High 2
I think they are annunciatinf a bit too much and it’s throwing me off. Songs r long. Idk why I must listen to this before I die. Mid 5/10
Alright, kinda wacky… 6/10
2/10 - this album just made me so uncomfortable the whole time. Parts of it were boring but most of it was just so strange and off putting. It is also uncomfortable in a different way than the Eminem albums were. I never plan on listening to any of these songs ever again
Uh yeah
Not sure how I feel about this one. It's interesting, but not compelling.
Again I was busy in the 90’s. Missed and never heard, or forgotten some arguably great music. To be great or at the least good, I’ve got to want to listen again & again. This does sound like an album made by kids. So from the 1st track to the next to last track it felt like the same song over & over again. And then finishing with what I guess is a recorded monotonous rain/storm to break the mood of the previous monotonous song(s)…I’m done & don’t have to ever listen again.
I mean, I can see the influence and have been known to like groups in this genre but this was utterly tedious
ive loved this album for a long time. for two very silly reasons i have a huge attachment to it although i don't actually listen to it much or love every song that much. besides that, don aman always reminds me of the kafka short story description of a struggle. (also call me crazy but i always liked tweez more.)
Iistened to: 13/06/25 AL: I thought this was an incredibly interesting and unique album. I loved the track “Washer”, but I found the overall aesthetic of the album difficult to get into. I can see the modern day influence in BC;NR and similar bands, however this is almost too raw for me. FT: “Washer” 3/5
Words are generally almost inaudible in songs, but I appreciate the sound of overdrive and other things in them. The album got better towards the end, 3/5
#260. Bizarre, and in my opinion not in a good way. 2/5: meh Song added to playlist: Nosferatu Man I've created a playlist on Spotify that consists of the best and/or my favorite song from each of the albums in this book. This list can be found here if you are interested: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7MAXDGLWlwLkFLb8veGfkA?si=FqkQQPgZTFWG0jAUJXLFZA&utm_source=copy-link
Any band with a bunch of moody spoken word is suspect. I would have liked to have seen the reunion tour where they play this album, but I don’t want to listen to it again. Maybe I will when I listen 898 more albums.
An emotional, sparse album that's so good. I've only heard a couple of tracks before and I liked them but the whole album blew me away. Good Morning Captain just might be the best album closer ever. A superb masterpiece.
Murky alternative rock which chugs along. Influential but not particularly enjoyable in its own right. Rating: 2.5/5 Playlist track: Good Morning, Captain Date listened: 19/06/24
Haunting, beautiful, poetic. The spoken word throughout was surprisingly fitting (most albums don’t do it well) as it added a lot to the looming tension and dark themes, in addition to a wide dynamic range. I love to see such quiet, minimalist instrumental sections in a rock album. Good Morning, Captain was a great finale.
I was initially not a fan of this stuff, especially things considered math rock, but it actually kind of rocks.
I dont crave it, but I don't hate it either. Father to all the grunge bands. 3?
Production on the first few tracks was incredible with the only drawback being the vocals. As the album continued the production value dropped, but this is still a very good album overall.
Slint took the power of the post-hardcore underground and slowed it down, expanded the emotional and sonic range, and created something terrifying and brutal. Even more so because the patience and psychotic control over the stop-start soft-loud dynamics, with precise abrupt transitions. Tensely coiled and balanced on a knife's edge, the soft parts are anxious and ominous - muted dissonance just waiting for the slightest trigger to explode into a distorted fury. The explosions are raw and powerful, the guitars just slam a pedal, but the singer tries to turn himself inside out lungs first. The whole thing is like a grainy horror film: teens wandering into the woods, going off alone, and being ripped apart by some unknown monster you just catch in glimpses. The bleak sound of being cold and hunted and salvation never comes.
Pretty good. Midwest Emo before that was a thing. Not convinced about the vocals though, which (for me) just grate, and aren't really an enjoyable part of the soundscape.
Left this on the background and after 20 minutes or so I realized there was still music playing. Completely unengaging experience, musically speaking.
- pretty good vibe - I’m sure this was very influential on a lot of stuff that came after it, heard a lot of genres from grunge to emo - 3.5
- I appreciate this even know I wouldn’t usually listen to it - creates a sense of drama - feel like they were the super early version of the Deftones
Well! This one takes you on a ride. Basically poems, spoken more than sung, with low-key (until it suddenly isn’t) music in the background. But the poems tell stories that are haunting. Don Aman is the standout track for me in this aspect. It sneaks up on you .. At the first song I was thinking “oh come on what is this and why did it make the list?”. (The first song is badly placed in my opinion). By the end I was thinking, huh this is really interesting, although I’m not going to go as far as to say enjoyable. Just submit to it, and let yourself sink into the tension. The last two songs really being the whole thing to fruition. I’m sure it will be polarizing- it sticks to is own style the whole way through, so people are going to love it or hate it I imagine. But it didn’t sound like anything else, that’s for sure. (PS if you're a filmmaker and are looking for background music for a creepy suspenseful western scene, the song “For Dinner” is here waiting for you.)
Welp, I love it. I couldn't listen to it all the time, but it's damned fantastic. I think it starts a little slowly, but that could be more because I didn't really know what I was listening to. It reminds me of Godspeed You! Black Emperor with vocals. I'm leaning towards 4 stars because I think it's a little niche for 5 stars, but it's great. I listened to it a third time because I kind of want to give it 5 stars. I think, however, I will go for 4 stars. I really, really like it, but im not quite sure it belongs in the 5 star group. 4.5 stars, for sure!
I came to this album late, like a lot of others. I remember going to buy the cd (and finding it not available) after hearing other bands mention them as an influence. It's an amazing album, way ahead of its time, that still holds up. I love the atmosphere they created.
I was somewhat distracted while listening to this, but I didn't find it particularly memorable. Not sure how I feel about post-rock. It was fine...I think?
Interesting
It grew on me the second time around. This would usually be exactly what I’m looking for but most of the tracks left me overwhelmed. Rating: 3.4
Not a fan. It felt boring most of the time. I could tell where sometimes their sound felt like it might have been an influence for future musicians, but overall didn’t enjoy listening.
Okay I kind of didn't like it at first but then the math rock of it all hit me. Feels like the beginning part of Tool without it ever getting really good. But I still kinda enjoyed it.
Never heard of this album. Mostly low key guitars and almost spoken lyrics. Quite enjoyable.
New to me! I thought this was a very well done album with interesting spooky context. Will be going back to this one.
Such a cool album, love this one
Absolutely love it.
this was fine? what am i missing
Good
I'm a fan of ambient music, and I know well enough that a good amount of music requires a lot of listening for it to really click. But it seems like no matter how many times I've heard this record, nothing sticks.
cool
honestly it was good but a little dark for my liking. still a great album i love the guitar riffs and the lyrics. it’s really foggy out as i’m listening too so it set the vibes nicely!
Really interesting idk if 4 or 5
Slint’s Spiderland is low-key trash. It feels like a cheap imitation of a movie, except there is no visuals, just some ass music. No part of this album was remotely good. It got boring the first song in, as. Every track is 5+ minutes, and extremely repetitive. All in all, Spiderland is a horrible album. Best Song: Nosferatu Man Worst Song: Washer
Death sells, huh? Nearly liturgical in its orientation, and profound in its poetry. Lovely light-touch arrangements despite all the mournfulness. Haunting, too. “Treaty” is gripping. “On the Level” bittersweet and sung a bit tongue-in-cheek. Among the most overtly death-head records, one will take this over Zevon’s and Bowie’s. And the voice holds up way better than, say, Sinatra’s in his last efforts. Stark and powerful, a beautiful and most fitting exit for an artist of massive, massive stature.
I think it could be good, but it's just too much whispering and talk-singing for my tastes.
Pretentious and blissfully short.
I wanted to like it and I tried, but for some reason I just couldn’t. It had potential but I just had to admit I did not like it much.
This whole album has a Henry Rollins vibe and you are just expecting it to go off because there is so much tension. It doesn't. That is until the final track that REALLY seems like Rollins. I liked it. Overall. Particularly that last track.
I don’t exactly love math. But I think I kind of like math rock?
This is a strange one. They say it’s math rock, but the math doesn’t add up. The guitar parts sound like what I do when I’m just messing around, playing half baked lofi riffs. And the vocalist sounds like even he isn’t interested in what is going on. The only parts of this album I actively enjoy are those when the guitar volume rises and fills out. I unintentionally listened to the bonus track, Utica Quarry, Nighttime. I originally read the track title as Utica Quarry, Nightmare. And boy was it a nightmare. 15 minutes I’ll never get back. The song would have dropped Spiderland into the basement (-1 star) if it weren’t a bonus track.
This is the type of band that can kill a basement show set, but years later when you remember that you bought their tape after the show and give it a relisten, you remember why you forgot that you even had this album in your cassette collection in the first place.
really liked this one
Awesome. I listened to all their other album the same day - not many other bands have inspired that (although I guess it is easier when there is only one other full album). Like early Biffy Clyro, raw Nirvana, with a hint of At The Drive-In energy. I loved it
Not a fan, the best portions of songs sound like what I image Tool would’ve sounded like when they were in elementary school ….
So I really enjoyed “Spiderland” by The Slints… Had never heard of them, nor any of their songs – but was pleasantly surprised… The highlight of the album is the hypnotic, heavy instrumental compositions – and while there isn’t much diversity throughout the album – what they do, they do incredibly well… Unfortunately, from a vocals perspective – there really aren’t any to speak of… Oh there are lyrics throughout the album – mainly a low-level spoken word kinda thing, with an occasional attempt at singing, but really not even passable… You could argue that it was “their sound or style”, but any objective review would call it like it is – dreadful… Would have been really interesting to hear those tracks with a competent rock vocalist who could have really done something with it… The other complaint, was that the audio quality sounded like the recordings of the band that I was in while in college calked “The Edge” (i.e. No – there are none of our albums on this list, and yes – we had our name before U2 blew up and their guitar player stole our name – but I digress… : ) Oh it’s fine, but it’s pretty raw – and maybe that was intentional, but the drums sounded just like mine did when mic’d up and recorded in the early-80’s… : ) By far, the best track on the album IMO, was “The Washer” – with “Good Morning – Captain” a distant 2nd… Never would have heard this without the 1,001… Would probably give it a 2.75 if I could, but their originality, and heavy sound has got me feeling generous – so a 3 it is…
This is ok, pretty interesting. But kind of reminds me of the band Dada, who were contemporary. I liked the music more than the vocals. High 3, but not enough to round up. 3/5
Haunting and powerful. Simple vamps with dissonance. Didn't love the instrumental, but was a great listen throughout
A band I was only familiar with by name. I thoroughly enjoyed this waltz through post-rock.
Nothing to see here
To me, this was boring. I'm starting to wonder who made this list?!
Awful. Lethally boring.
One night in 2016 shortly after a bad breakup, I got really drunk, taught myself a couple chords on my guitar, and recorded what I called “automusic,” where I just made up the lyrics as I strummed over a couple notes. I didn’t care about tone, or wrong notes, or the song composition. Just raw emotion on the tracks. That is what this album sounds like, but this was professionally recorded.
Dry but good
Boy I can't wait to listen to American Football.
eh, felt kinda too edgy/dark maybe, didn't pay that close attention to the lyrics
A disharmonic Indie masterpiece from 1990. Inspiring many other musicians since then.
One of a kind genre defining Album. It is rare that a band creates something genuinely new but still is rooted deeply in what was before. This is one such record. Always gets me and keeps me listening attentively. I understand people who do not like it, it is for sure not meant for easy entertainment and it really depends on what you look for in music. That is why I will not give it 5 stars as it is a little bit too deliberate in some passages. 4.5 down to four for some imbalance. Still a great record and for sure belongs to this list.
wow! id been meaning to listen to this for ages and wow! so good, not quite a 5 but definitely one of the strongest 4s ive given.
schöner underground gitarrenrock, leicht schräg, zw. Nirvana und Suicidal Tendencies, aber softer.
Wow So glad this was on the list. Reminds me of Pavement and Sea and Cake ( Sea and Cake are not on the 1000 list and that is shameful!) Great record.
6/10 Another band I’ve heard of but not knowingly heard Early post rock, clearly influential on a lot of stuff I have listened to in the past - big Arab Strap and Mogwai vibes Well played and layered production I wish the vocals were higher in the mix The shouty poetry doesn’t always work Major long-haired serious sad university guitar boy vibes here Best: Good Morning, Captain
I liked wandering off at my great-grandparents’ farm into the woods. There was an old tire swing a few miles in that felt close enough to the farmhouse to be cozy and familiar, yet far enough away and deep enough into the woods to be eerie and unnerving. This album takes that conflicting, whispery feeling, distills it down, and serves it to you in a paper cup. The production is juvenile and gritty in just the perfect way.
Arguably more important than "Nevermind" in influencing the future of alt-rock, and obviously a massive, almost plagiaristic influence on Mogwai. Holy shit.
Not sure what they were trying, but it didn't work out.
Don’t like this
I love what this tries to do, it just feels a bit unfinished. 4/5 if they retry this album
Too edgy
Ni fu ni fa
Dark and mysterious — didn’t quite fit my mood, but will revisit.
Slint’s masterful portrayal of the fears alongside a transition to adulthood is not only entrancing, but flawlessly composed as well.
This is one of those albums and bands I can’t believe I hadn’t heard before. Slowcore at its finest. Short record, complex time signature changes and great vocals.
No le encuentro el interés.
This was a lot of fun (outside of the last track). It reminded me of a small town local band in the 90’s
I think this is an interesting album, it expands what post punk rock can be and is not following or constructing grunge which gives it a longer lasting appeal. Picking up pieces of Nick Cave, Big Black minus the humor... but I think Unwound explored this in a more interesting way. At least for me.
Ik vind dit bijzonder lekker om aan te hebben staan. Het lijkt een soort voorloper van muziek die ik veel heb geluisterd en dan zonder het probleem waarbij de voorloper te eenvoudig of gedateerd klinkt. Alle instrumenten klinken heerlijk. Het klinkt als je het naast elkaar gaat leggen waarschijnlijk heel anders, maar het doet me toch echt denken aan emo- en post-hardcorebands uit de vroege tot mid 2000s. Lekkere groove, een beetje creepy en donker, heel fijn gitaargeluid, licht hypnotiserend. Misschien doet het me vooral denken aan hoe ik in die tijd allerlei muziek ontdekte waar ik nu nog steeds naar luister. Het lijkt ook alsof het hele album naar de laatste track toewerkt en die laatste track raakt dan ook precies de juiste snaar bij me wanneer de zanger toch nog heel even begint te schreeuwen. De laatste minuut van dit album trekt de 5 binnen: Zo moet je een album eindigen. Waar veel albums drie tot vijf matige tracks te lang door blijven modderen eindigt dit album juist op het hoogtepunt. Dikke verrassing.
3 wouldn’t consider anything a song on this album, more like spoken word with dark dissonant backing track. Still worth it to listen to but nothing on the daily playlist
I wish I could say I liked it more because of how much it influenced the artists I like and its cult status. (maybe a bunch more listens needed) but I don't find myself drawn to it.
Strange and haunting. I liked it but not sure if I can explain why
Decent album. Did not like it the first time I heard it. Second time now, it's getting better. Some standout moments that are really good, but a lot falls flat for me, or bores me out. 3/5
I’m sorry but I really didn’t ask for white noise. This felt like their first studio session and they’re doing checks on instruments. This did not appeal to me at all. I believe I don’t have amazing authority over what should be considered great music and not, but I just don’t see how this is. I’m not sure how it was revolutionary or influential and I don’t think it was even good.
First impression (although there's some deja vu, i'm sure I've heard this album before) was/is that I really like the musical mood set here; foreboding post-rock dissonance with strains of beautiful melody that always portends something sinister around the corner. But the vocals ... they're something. Honestly the spoken-word vocals at first seem to be the right recipe for this, especially referring to the opening "Breadcrumb Trail" - seems to match the almost sinister dry mix of odd music (which doesn't get repetitive either). It just gets old fast. It's frustrating because the music is challenging and interesting. I quite obviously enjoy the long instrumental passages infinitely more than the mumbles-then-semishouting. ...ugh i don't know. by the time I'm listening to "Don, Aman" I don't know whether this is kind of cool - this low near-whispering vocals - or it's the most pretentious bullshit I've ever heard. Because it's pretty close to teetering on that edge. Related: this is exactly the kind of thing that critics love to praise while simultaneously shitting on more-popular music for being arrogant, pretentious, bombastic, and/or overwrought. Because what is *this* album if not all of that? It's absurd and absolutely pretentious and I want to hate it but damn there's still something very mysterious and cool about it. I've listened twice and haven't given up on it. Gimme an 80% instrumental version of this and we've got something. 6/10 3 stars.
feels like 90s
nah...
I’ve listened to this a few times in the past, and a couple more times for this, and I always end up liking it less than I thought I would. It’s unique, the stories in the songs are haunting and interesting, and it has that cult reverence that I’m often attracted to. I don’t hate it by any means and I think it’s cool that a seemingly obscure album from 1991 could gain such an excellent reputation over time since its release - I just don’t hear a masterpiece when I listen to it. To me the writing is where this album is most interesting. There’s a literary feel to the stories, and they range from odd teenage romance in Breadcrumb Trail to horror in Nosfertu Man, to the completely obscure (to me anyway) in Good Morning, Captain. These stories do paint pictures in the mind and the music lets the words stand out despite the almost whispering delivery half the time. Washer is the highlight for me musically. The sad, desperate escapism lyrics make me think it’s about hard drugs - but I could be wrong. The crescendo near the end of the song is the albums best moment. I feel weird about this album, and it’s one I’ll keep coming back to periodically. There’s not much like it and the songwriting is great, I just haven’t found my love for it yet.
Interesting sound that reminds me a bit of Gruntruck and Helmet. A little more punk vibe to them tho.
It's funny how Slint and Talk Talk are seen as foundational artists for the genre post rock, when the two bands couldn't be more different from each other. Talk Talk is intimate, vulnerable, and life affirming, while Slint is angsty, unsettling, and oppressive. Yet within later post rock releases you can find traces from both bands. While I prefer Talk Talk's Laughing Stock over Spiderland, I cannot deny the influence this album has had on so many later bands.
Absolute piss
I liked it musically. Broody. Vocals were not my thing.
Don’t get it
This album would have really spoken to me when I was an emotionally unstable teenager. Fortunately, I am stable and a grownup, and the darkness and angst come across weak.
Surprisingly good, easy to listen to, with some spice
64/1001 2/5
Tough listen when you’re sad.
Never heard of them.
Some of these songs are sort of just a poem rather than a song, or at least it definitely pushes the limits of the definition of a song. Don, Aman reminds me of a performance I watched in a lecture about spoken word poetry. It's definitely interesting in content, but I'm not sure how I feel about it from listening once. It seems like the type of album to grow on you. Some songs have hardly no to no vocals in them and focuses solely on instrumental. Whilst you may not rock out to them, they're definitely a soundtrack to self-reflection and indulgence in meditative, creative spaces. Upon listening to it again, I love it endlessly
Such a cool record. Pre Math Rock
4.5
Glad to see Slint on this list. I haven't listened to this album in probably a decade or more, but I've always liked just how good it is at keeping you guessing melodically. Something about how the guitar and bass play intervals off of each other, don't change lines at exactly the same time, and do their best to avoid resolving tension. Kind of wish there were more songs, and some of the ones here could be a little shorter, but it's still a banger of an album.
Good shit. I had listened to this a few times before as well. I enjoy it quite a bit. 4/5
All-time masterpiece, nuff said A-
I know a philosopher who thinks this is the greatest album ever made. I am not that philosopher. But it’s not bad.
This is ragged and discordant, mostly in a good way, though also vaguely unsettling (which can also be viewed as a plus). More lethargic than lovely. Dull and dreamy but debatably too downbeat. The whispery vocals get a bit stale after a time, as do the quiet-loud shifts. The basic template soon suffers from un-embellishment and loses one’s interest – later post-rock practitioners would add depth and frills. At its best and edgiest, it feels avant garde but also shows the limits of DIY.
Nothing to see here folks
I like that they have a Saab on the front of one of their albums. 😊 Breadcrumb Trail - Van Morrison meets Jim Morrison 😄. Actually a really good track Nosferatu - Per Nirvana This is a DEEP album. Not exactly my style, but I really enjoyed it. Some excellent production 4 of the best
This is definitely proto post hardcore. That's pretty cool.
I never heard this band before and was impressed with their quality.
Die Platte hatte aus meiner Sicht sehr viele gute Ansätze, leider haben sie es in keinem Song geschafft, mich durchgehend abzuholen. Ich fand alles dann doch etwas umdynamisch und etwas zu lang (habe per se nichts gegen lange Songs, denke nur, dass sie einen Grund brauchen, lang zu sein). Hier schlummert also für mich viel Potential, was definitiv nicht ausgeschöpft wurde.. für mich!
- Höre momentan durch Sunny immer mal wieder gerne Post-Rock und kann damit viel anfangen - Hier hatte ich solche und solche Momente: Mal dachte ich „geil, was für coole athmosphärische Momente“ und manchmal hab ich die Augen verdreht und gedacht „okay, dass ist jetzt ein bisschen sehr gewollt/erzwungen artsy“ - Ich sehe auf jeden Fall die Pionierleistung im Post-Rock - Also insgesamt auf jeden Fall spannend und hat mir all over auch echt irgendwie gut gefallen, weiß aber gleichzeitig nicht, ob ich nochmal wieder reinhören werde. Ich bleibe ein wenig unschlüssig zurück Rating: 3,5
- Geil! Ich wollte dieses Album schon immer mal hören, weil ich die Namen Spiderland und Slint seeeehr häufig in Foren, Websiten und Videos gelesen/gehört habe. Immer im Zusammenhang mit haufenweise Lob und der Bezeichnung als "bahnbrechend" oder wie im Wiki-Artikel "Erstes richtiges Post-Rock Album" - Vielleicht ist es nur eine Phase, aber es gibt zur Zeit keine Musikrichtung, die mich mehr abholt als Post-Rock und Post-Metal - Dementsprechend war ich von der Platte ziemlich begeistert. Man hört, dass sich seitdem noch ordentlich was getan hat, was Dramaturgie, Atmosphäre und Technik angeht, aber 1991 so ein genreprägendes und mutiges Album rauszuhauen ist wirklich mehr als mutig. Nach dem jetzigen Durchhören werden sie vollkommen zurecht zu den Pionieren des Genres gezählt. - Hier und da stellenweise etwas holprig aber alles in allem wahnsinnig stimmig, tolle Melodien, richtig kernig im Stil und mitreißende Spannungsbögen 4,25/5
- stellenweise echt richtig gut und launig - zum Ende raus etwas schwächer
This didn’t do it for me 2*
For some reason I've listened to this album a lot due to various recommendations. Never does it for me...
2 - I get why this has the cult following that it does, and it has the potential to be something I quite like, but I ended up just being bored a lot of the time. The tracks are pretty long and they don't really change that much throughout their run time. I also wasn't crazy about the vocals, especially when he started actually singing. It's cool that this album clicks for so many people, because obviously a lot of people see something special in it. I also didn't find it scary or unnerving like a lot of people, but I listened to this during the day, so maybe it'd be a different story at night. I didn't think I'd love this album anyway, based on the genres.
I find it interesting that this is categorized.As only rock whereas, it has a lot of noise elements, experimental elements.And this was a revelation, this was awesome.It helps that I was getting into this type of John Rose already and I'll tell you what.This is much more listenable than the billie holiday record from four days ago
I had to listen to this twice because I just didn't know what to make of it. Like another review said, I still don't know if I like it or not. The Lo-fi DIY esthetic isn't really my thing but it's kinda interesting. "Good morning Captain" is probably the best track even though I still don't know what the hell is going on. The howling of pain at the end is certainly one to haunt your dreams though
Could not get into this album.
I liked one of these songs
Best song - Breadcrumb Trail
Deeply boring spoken word indie rock.
Pre-Mogwai, pre-GY!BE, it's a seminal album, like late Talk Talk meets Sonic Youth. I love the atmosphere, the tone, the timing. It can be a tad pretentious, but they were like 20... so was I… I wish I made this album. I’m just a sucker for this kind of stuff. It's gotta be a 4.5 for me. This is my music.
wacky, but not bad
I don't get it. heavy rock and whispering. Huh
So boring
Oh, this one is really good. Fantastic instrumentals. I dind't really like the spoken vocals but they help to build up this dark atmosphere I guess my ears adjusted, I like everything after second listen
Breadcrumb Trail is one of the best songs I've heard this year if not an even longer time span, I probably have 2 hours of time listening to just that song already. It's just a shame that the rest of the album no matter how much I listen to doesnt manage to get my interest in the same way
Ymmärrän. Tässä on hetkensä. Tämä on parhaimmillaan koskettavan kaunista, mutta samalla koskettavan amatöörimaista. Nuoruuden intoa. Tämä oli ensimmäinen. Post rockia tai math rockia ei ollut vielä keksitty. En ollut kuullutkaan aiemmin. Onko kaikki hyvä ja INNOVATIIVINEN musiikki tehty 20-vuotiaana? Tämä levy on kasvukipuja. Mitä kasvukipu- ja aikuistumislevyt nykyään ovat? Tuskin jaksan tai haluan kuunnella uudestaan ainakaan ihan heti. Kertakuulemalta ihan VITUN hyvä.
No words needed
My favorite of the ‘𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤’ style albums I’ve heard. Each song felt equally pleasing to listen to, no stand out tracks for me.
I thought this was kinda interesting.
essaaa musze przeslucha znowu
Not for me particularly
Bro who was high when they wrote this shit?
Good album, enjoyed listening to it
Great album glad that I met it
This album is really going to recycle songs with almost 0 variation onto disc two and act like it’s doubling its contribution? Lame
This is a great album, kind of spare sounding. It's an album I didn't pick up on at the time of release, probably got it 20 years too late - but I have the expanded version, (though I don't think the extra tracks add much)! Favourite track is probably Nosferatu Man.
This had some promising moments but overall I feel it is definitely not more than a 3 and that might even be a stretch
Super weird, musically interesting, depressing and strange lyrics. At least it was interesting
Spare and unsettling. Not for everyone, but worth a listen.
Rating: 8/10 Great album overall. Really enjoyed the instrumentation throughout, the atmosphere that was built in each song was fantastic. The band took its time to develop each song, the riffs and ideas are repetitive but the nuances added as each song builds is what makes this album great. I really did not enjoy the singing, mostly spoken word which I almost never enjoy, even though sometimes it worked well on the songs. Favorite songs: Breadcrumb Trail, Nosferatu Man, Washer, Good Morning Captain. Worst song: Don, Aman.
not bad but not for me
In the same way that I wouldn't want to be in some canyon river with these four boys, I felt the same uneasyness listening to these songs. Only because they seem very dour and depressing. That doesn't make them bad, I just didn't really connect.
Oh wow, this one's famous. One of those Music Nerd's Gospel albums. Turns out it's really good, it's a nice DIY rock album. They're calling it "post-rock" and "math rock" and whatever the hell else. Not my circus, not my monkeys. It's great though, some solid jams and nice, progressive tracks. The closer, which seems to be literally just sound recorded at a quarry, is kind of cool too. Not something I'd return to, but I don't mind that inclusion at all. Hey, now I can say not only that I've heard this one but that I dig it. Not planning to make it my identity or anything, but it's pretty great. Favorite tracks: Breadcrumb Trail, Don Aman, Washer, Good Morning Captain. Album art: Definitely iconic by this point. Four lads just having a dip, are they in the quarry recorded in the final track? Very possible. Not a phone in sight, just people living in the moment. 4/5
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Boring album with one or two ok-ish songs but doesn't redeem it at all. 2 stars.
An old coworker told me to listen to this album, stating its the best stuff that came out of the 90s, and should have been far more successful than bands like Alice In Chains, Nirvana, Pearl Jam, etc. Needless to say, I was excited to finally sit down and exam this album. Slint is definitely not a house hold name. And when someone claims a band is this good, and still not well known, can go both ways. Either they're shit and there is a reason why no one knows about them, or something bigger just happened to eclipse them from the lime light. This album was alright. It's not amazing in any sense. It's like grunge meets shoe gaze meets post rock? It's a bit all over the place. Musically, it is interesting - some odd time signatures and weird structures that one could argue them being labeled as Math Rock. My favorite songs are Breadcrumb Trail and Good Morning, Captain. The second song, Nosferatu Man, has a guitar riff that sounds very close to Billy Howerdel's iconic riff in the song Pet on A Perfect Circle's Thirteenth Step album. I wonder if Howerdel was inspired by this? Or perhaps just ripped it off. It's very similar. Lyrically, it's garbage. Not only in words, but in melody and stylistically. Far too much much quiet spoken word. The one song where he sings, is kind of nasally and gives off a depressing woe is me feel. The best vocal performance are I. The two aforementioned songs that are my favourite. I read thwt this album was recorded in 4 days. And the lyrics were written while in studio. This explains the piss poor lyrics, and ideas revolving around the vocal choices. This album definitely deserves to be where it is in music history with an under ground, cult following. For its time, they were doing things most bands weren't doing, and that is admirable and I see the appeal. I just think it wasn't as well executed in the way my old coworker claimed it to be.
Not heard of them before but a great album. Kept getting ‘Red’ phase King Crimson. Drumming was excellent and controlled.
I'm honestly so angry at myself for not liking this album that much. I LOVE every genre this falls into: post-hardcore emo grungey math rock, that's a combination made in heaven. But Jesus Christ does this lose steam between songs 3-5. Those three songs feel like they're building up to something that never comes and just sizzle out at the end - it's like audio blue balls. "Don, Aman" and "Washer" are boring as hell, and then "For Dinner.." delivers the ultimate vibe-killing punch by doing nothing for 5 whole minutes. "Good Morning, Captain" saves it at the end, because it felt like we finally looped back into what the album was doing with the first two songs after getting sidetracked by a loose goblin in the studio. I've listened to this album about 5 times in hopes of it finally clicking, but I think I'm ready to throw in the towel. 3/5. Influential as hell and I love a lot of albums that cite this as an inspiration though.
My initial review was going to be "decidedly mediocre" but the album has been growing on me as I listen to it, particularly starting with Don, Aman. I like the softly rhythmic guitar and the whispered vocals. I can't hear what the vocalist is actually saying though so I can't comment on what the band is trying to impart. Could be creepy, could be subversive, could be wishing everyone happy thoughts, I have no way of knowing by listening alone.
This LP starts off somewhat weak, vocals mixed too low and not playing fully into the "quiet-to-loud" aesthetic; the second half pays this off, starting with the nasally but intense vocals on "Washer" and the roaring climax of "Good Morning, Captain". Tracks are long on this six-song LP and the mood is somber. Were it more consistent in the quality of sound, Spiderland would be a stronger showing.
This album is good and feels unique and original, but is so slow and takes forever to get to the point. It also isn’t a very fun album to listen to and, sincerely, fuck that final track. 3/5
Dark, atmospheric, low-fi-esc
Genuinely spooked by this.
Slint paved the way for several genres with Spiderland and disbanded before it was even released. Legendary.
I can hear it's influence on the era, but it's a horrible mixing job and often feels confused and a little lost.
Pretty decent
I've never heard of this group. I'm not sure I'd listen again but it was okay.
I've heard a lot of hype for this record. I'm not in love with some of the vocals, but the instruments work for me. I completely understand the hype.
Cool alternative/grunge sound, good listen.
I expected more.
Goated
The wikipedia about this album is so interesting. How the bandmembers had to be institutionalized during recording. The roominess of the guitars is a beautiful characteristic. The brother of a bandmember said the album sounded spidery, i def agree.
ok interesting intro.. it's still going. Strikes me as one of those albums pretentious people will say you just don't get it when in reality it's just annoying.
Definitely ahead of its time and you can clearly hear how this album became an early influence on Mogwai, God Speed You Black Emperor and others.
Wow. That was a truly unpleasant listen. Atonal spoken/screaming word, nothing interesting musically. This is supposed to be an "influential" album -- like the old saying about White Light/White Heat spawning countless bands even without commercial success. This spawns feelings of contemplating suicide, wishing for it to be over. At least King Missile has a sense of humor. Unexpected bangers: none.
Mélange de grunge et de rock indé. On sent des groupe comme Shame qui auraient pu être inspirés.
No no no. Whiny screaming emo guys no thanks
Unquestionably influential and starkly minimalistic.
I really liked this... I heard the influence on so many 90s bands.
What? Not only an album I've never heard of, but an entire band I've never heard of? This is pure grunge. 1991 so very early, yet you can hear Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, even Brand New in here. I'll listen to this again at some point.
It's bloody great. Dense post rock with a right mard on. I was in n the complete wrong mood for it yesterday as I was in a foul mood. It could've got five stars, but I think I need to revisit it when my brain isn't saying 'fuck fucking everything'.
Would probably like this a lot if I was in the right mood. But TBH I'm already in a low mood and this isn't helping haha. So it's musically very good, but too dark for my tastes right now.
The time signatures and song structures are atypical and very fun to ponder over. On the flipside, the songs drag on, giving you plenty of time to understand the strange arrangements and musical choices, think them over, grow slightly bored of them, and then frown and check how much time is left in the track (barring the opening track, Breadcrumb Trail, which is fantastic throughout). The lyrics are great, but sometimes difficult to make out. The instruments demonstrate the band's punk roots, which I'm not a huge fan of, but they make it work to an extent. Like another reviewer commented, I listened to this whole album closely and I still can't decide whether I like it.
Not one I would reach for.
Awesome! I wouldn’t listen to this very often thaies days but I would have totally been into them when I was younger. No idea how I hadn’t heard of this band before now!
the guitars are awesome. cool
classic