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Track Listings
| 1. Intro |
| 2. Interlude 1 |
| 3. Tessellate |
| 4. Breezeblocks |
| 5. Interlude 2 |
| 6. Something Good |
| 7. Dissolve Me |
| 8. Matilda |
| 9. Ms |
| 10. Fitzpleasure |
| 11. Interlude 3 |
| 12. Bloodflood |
| 13. Taro |
Editorial Reviews
Alt-J are a four piece that met while attending Leeds University in the UK. They signed to Infectious Records (Temper Trap, Local Natives) for Europe and the rest of the world before signing with Canvasback/ Atlantic for North America.
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Alt-J (triangle/increment on a Mac) could be categorized as indie, but that doesn't seem fair. The experimental sound that this quartet created for "An Awesome Wave" is smooth and satisfying but not dominating to ward off the normal crowd. Expansive instrumentation and distinctive vocals will envelop you. From the opening track with use of piano and synthesizer you may try to find familiarity, but the following short a cappella intermission will throw that directly out the window.
Vocal harmonies can be heard throughout the album to accompany some brilliant, albeit simple, guitar work. Sometimes we can feel that intricate instrumentation is needed to build a unique sound, but some artists have shown us differently and this is a prime example. However, I do not want to downplay the ingenious work on this album. You will be stunned.
"An Awesome Wave" is easily one of the best albums of the year. What really sucked me in was the way everything flowed incredibly well from track to track--each so different and refreshing that you won't find yourself skipping back and forth to your favorites the first few times through.
Vocal harmonies can be heard throughout the album to accompany some brilliant, albeit simple, guitar work. Sometimes we can feel that intricate instrumentation is needed to build a unique sound, but some artists have shown us differently and this is a prime example. However, I do not want to downplay the ingenious work on this album. You will be stunned.
"An Awesome Wave" is easily one of the best albums of the year. What really sucked me in was the way everything flowed incredibly well from track to track--each so different and refreshing that you won't find yourself skipping back and forth to your favorites the first few times through.
34 of 41 people found the following review helpful
By Anisicoria
Format:Audio CD
This album is stunningly, hauntingly beautiful. I find myself in the somewhat unfamiliar position of being *that* gal... The one so excited about some band you never heard of.
Give this album a listen. I haven't been so affected by an album in years. Who cares what the genre is... Does it even have one? The harmonic complexities tug at my soul, and each song is catchy, makes you want to move, but is also haunting and bittersweet.
Love.
Give this album a listen. I haven't been so affected by an album in years. Who cares what the genre is... Does it even have one? The harmonic complexities tug at my soul, and each song is catchy, makes you want to move, but is also haunting and bittersweet.
Love.
15 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By Eric Slyter
Format:Audio CD
Rarely do I hear something that sounds so completely fresh and groovy at the same time. An Awesome Wave finds this English band synthesizing elements of art rock, jam band, and pop music in a way that I believe had yet to be done. This band isn't for everyone, for sure. But I think it will work for A LOT of people. I spend most of my free time making, listening to, and discovering new music and this album will definitely find a place in my top ten albums of 2012 list as well as my best albums of all time list.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting music, but it feels like I am listening to Adam Sandler..
February 15, 2013
By Bryson
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
I actually bought this album because of all the 5 star reviews and the low price so I thought, what the heck. It is really great music and it is starting to grow on me. It is one of those albums that I can listen to repeatedly and it is great all purpose mood music. It isn't too harsh or loud. It is however distractingly bizarre so I can't give it 5 stars. The combination of nonsensical lyrics and the way the vocalist performs at times actually pulls me out from enjoying it as much as I could be. It feels like someone is trying to imitate Adam Sandler singing with that goofy voice that he does.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Music
Just the drums and synths alone make this album worth it, everything else is a happy bonus, from the odd vocals to the noodly guitar lines you are instantly drawn in and kept busy for the length if the album.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By nananana
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
I knew I had to get this album! Alt-J was introduced to me by a great Seattle radio station called KEXP. When "Taro" came across the airwaves, I was all too ready for something new. For the most part I was impressed with the dynamic lyricism and unusual vocals--I just couldn't get them out of my head! Alt-J literally transformed a gory war-time story into a tragic, poignant love story :) If you take the trouble to seek out the context of some of their other songs, you'll see their penchant for putting that unique spin on things, and I LOVE IT! The only thing I wish I'd done before purchasing the album was to also purchase a great set of headphones so I could listen to every detail of their multi-layered musicality. So, listen to this album for the first time with a good sound system, or you might miss something amazing.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Lindsay Dawn
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
I've had this album on repeat. I bought it after hearing Fitzpleasure. Although that's still my favorite song, the rest of the album is very good. It's atmospheric yet kick*ss, and it almost makes you feel like you're in a movie.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
There is hope for good music! The crap on the radio will never be as good as this. So addicting!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Album!!
Amazing band with amazing music. I would recommend this album to anyone who is an alternative music fan. Every song is unique and enjoyable.
Published 1 day ago by Erica
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Album of 2013 hands down
You thought Breezeblocks was the only song that was good? Buy this album. I rarely buy music thanks to spoitfy, but I had to buy this to support these guys. Read more
Published 2 days ago by jchawk2003
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing album
The entire album is incredible. Highly recommend to any indie music lover. Looking forward to seeing them live. Amazing sound
Published 3 days ago by AirPegasusXC
5.0 out of 5 stars
An Awesome Wave
Album came the next day! Loved the speedy delivery and was not disappointed with quality. Amazing band! Album is a must have for all indie fans
Published 4 days ago by aurisafari
4.0 out of 5 stars
not what I expected
The album reminded me of Imagine Dragons, AWOL Nation, and Gotye, in that the album as a while is markedly different than one would expect from the singles. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Responsive Consumer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Album
This music gets my ideas moving, brain humming and shoulders rolling. It's good stuff - now looking forward to second album.
Published 10 days ago by Diane Welstead
5.0 out of 5 stars
fantastic album
Love this album! Every song is great, but my faves are Tessellate and Breezeblocks. Beautiful music and I love the way he sings the lyrics. Very different! Love it!
Published 11 days ago by aaron f
5.0 out of 5 stars
A review correcting Pitchfork's mistake
My boyfriend introduced me to this band and I can't get enough of it. That isn't really like me - the last time I felt that way was ten years ago, when high school me was (almost)... Read more
Published 12 days ago by KateM416
4.0 out of 5 stars
English trip-hop for the 21st century
I claim no musical training (disclaimer), but the first five tracks on this album are likely the most addictive out of everything else (though there are other stand-outs, like... Read more
Published 14 days ago by M. Nelson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Strange voice, enticing melodies
I have never heard of this band. Found while I was cruising offerings on Amazon.com for some new tunes to download. Read more
Published 18 days ago by runningurl50
Listmania!
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