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The Wilderness

Explosions in the Sky Format: Audio CD
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Track Listings

1 Wilderness
2 The Ecstatics
3 Tangle Formations
4 Logic of a Dream
5 Disintegration Anxiety
6 Losing the Light
7 Infinite Orbit
8 Colors in Space
9 Landing Cliffs

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2016 release, Explosions In The Sky's sixth album, and first non-soundtrack release since 2011's Take Care, Take Care, Take Care. True to its title, The Wilderness explores the infinite unknown, utilizing several of the band's own definitions of "space" (outer space, mental space, physical geography of space) as compositional tools. The band uses their gift for dynamics and texture in new and unique ways-rather than intuitively fill those empty spaces, they shine a light into them to illuminate all the colors of the dark. From the electronic textures of the opening track to the ambient dissolve of closer "Landing Cliffs," The Wilderness is an aggressively modern and forward-thinking work-one that wouldn't seem the slightest bit out of place on a shelf between original pressings of Meddle and Obscured By Clouds. It is an album where shoegaze, electronic experimentation, punk damaged dub, noise, and ambient folk somehow coexist without a hint of contrivance-and cohere into some of the most memorable and listenable moments of the band's expansive body of work-proper studio albums and major motion picture soundtracks alike. The progressive ambience of early Peter Gabriel, the triumphant romanticism of The Cure in their prime, and the more melancholy moments of Fleetwood Mac all inform the curious beauty of The Wilderness. The uncanny ability to reconcile the tension between discordant, nightmarish cacophony and laid-back, Laurel Canyon-inspired folk-rock is a cornerstone of this album, and the center of Explosions in the Sky's remarkable evolution. If The Earth Is Not A Cold Dead Place was the defining album of Explosions in the Sky's career, The Wilderness is their [re]defining album.

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  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.24 x 5.2 x 0.39 inches; 2.4 ounces
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Temporary Residence
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 35302275
  • Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2016
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ January 12, 2016
  • Label ‏ : ‎ Temporary Residence
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01AIUMW5C
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 54 ratings

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E. Jankowski
5.0 out of 5 stars Explosions In The Sky Take Us to New Places and Don't Disappoint
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2016
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Although Explosion In The Sky have evolved and morphed some as they've gone along I never have been let down. The same goes for The Wilderness. It is unique with some new approaches, which is good with their style growing and changing as they mature.

Many have pointed out that this album is best when listened to as a single experience from beginning to end, I concur. It moves along and almost feels like one of their epic (My Father My King) songs, but is evidently a number of tunes that fit so nicely together it is best experienced from beginning to end, as stated. Put it on rotate and it'll be good too. Best yet put this with a few other albums on rotate and it will fit in nicely.

This is one of those bands that have a solid, rabid base of fans. They sold out 6,000 seat at Radio City Music Hall a few years ago, however there is no air play on mainstream radio and almost no one I know has heard of them, and I know a number of people who are fairly diverse and familiar with the music underground. Having said that it is hard to say to a friend, "Hey I have this cool song check it out" bc I find Explosions music is an acquired taste that only gets better and better. This disc is no different, it only get better and better.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Still The Good Stuff
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2017
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This one took me a while to get into, but 18 months later I'm willing to admit this is really an excellent album. This album has introduced electronic elements to the music that heretofar have been omitted from their sound. And honestly, it's a plus. I think the shorter (and more) songs were more of an adjustment than anything, but everything flows as a type of extended suite. Give this a shot if you're on the fence.
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Nathan Hatton
4.0 out of 5 stars What you could expect.
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2016
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The album, when boiled down, is a new venture into more electronic sounds than what Explosions have put forth so far. It's a whole lot different than their previous work.

I was excited to hear that there is a difference to this new sound than previous records as many explained that some of the material was darker than their earlier catalogue. After hearing it, I'm not so sure that's the best descriptor. There's nothing really dark about the music . There are more of the same upbeat tendencies that uave come with Explosions' work. In fact, I would say that 'Greet Death' is more dark (and, perhaps, delightful) than anything here on 'The Wilderness.'

There are definite high points in this record. 'Disintigration Anxiety' is and obvious stand out along with 'Colors in Space' and 'Landing Cliffs.' Those tracks pull together everything new about this record and really flesh it out to something appearing like an end point. As for the rest, though, the sounds are pleasant enough, but the adventure ends there.

I've no doubt that this record will please fans of the band as it's nothing out of nowhere. The album is what it wants to be. Be prepared for the electronic and fans should be just fine. I hope the future holds more detailed ventures into this sound. As of right now, this is a good record; the future may hold another great one.
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Lynzi A.
5.0 out of 5 stars I did not like "Disintegration Anxiety" too much the first time I heard ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2016
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This is an incredible album. They have branched out more here than on any of their previous albums, but still maintain true to the sound that has made them one of rock and roll's leading artists for over a decade. The few people who have posted negative reviews on here obviously have only listened to the album once or twice. I did not like "Disintegration Anxiety" too much the first time I heard it, but now I think it is incredible.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good.
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2021
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Package is good, price is reasonable, and the music is great!
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Bry Bry
3.0 out of 5 stars Movie Picture Soundtrack Effluvium glomerata
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2016
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This is their best album. Just go to California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, or any other state where it is legal and then play this album (following a thorough exploration and ignition of legality weed, of course).
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Cal
5.0 out of 5 stars One of their best album.
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2016
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One of their best album...much like Radiohead A Moon Shaped Pool this record never tires but grows with each listen. A brilliant performance!
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Macebe
4.0 out of 5 stars this is their best album since "The Earth is Not a Cold Dead ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2016
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Musically, this is their best album since "The Earth is Not a Cold Dead Place". The only reason I can't give it 5 stars is that the recording quality is not good. In particular, the drums sound quite distorted on some but not all tracks. This is probably the result of digital audio compression. I doubt anyone will notice this who listens through earbuds plugged into a smartphone, but it is definitely noticeable on better equipment.
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jps
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on May 11, 2018
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CARLOS
5.0 out of 5 stars notable grabacion
Reviewed in Spain on January 1, 2020
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un disco interesante
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1011
5.0 out of 5 stars 癒やされます
Reviewed in Japan on December 16, 2023
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良いアルバムです。
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Diego Sanchez
5.0 out of 5 stars Es fabuloso la calidad e este producto realmente me dejo sin palabras lo recomiendo a todos los que buscan algo parecido
Reviewed in Mexico on March 28, 2017
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Es fabuloso la calidad e este producto realmente me dejo sin palabras lo recomiendo a todos los que buscan algo parecido
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CRISTINA
5.0 out of 5 stars Regalo
Reviewed in Italy on June 6, 2016
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Questo disco l'ho regalato perchè al destinatario piace molto il gruppo, perciò non posso recensire il disco ma Grazie Amazon per il prezzo e la consegna precisa come solito.
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