Nootropics is an Alt/Indie album by Lower Dens, originally released in 2012. On Gatefold: 6 pressings tracked.
About
Peeking out of the shifting atmospherics of Lower Dens’ sophomore album, <i>Nootropics</i>, is a furtive intelligence that teases the listener with glimpses of hidden worlds and conflicted emotions. Frontwoman Jana Hunter guides her group a bit deeper into electronica terrain this time out, fusing the evocative austerity of Brian Eno’s late-‘70s productions with the opiated haze of modern shoegaze bands. Hunter’s cool (but not disengaged) vocals murmur over gliding tracks that interweave vintage synthesizer sounds, arid beats, and guitar feedback washes. “Brains” sums up much of Lower Dens’ bewitching appeal with its cinematic jump-cut lyrics and ominous groove. The jittery rhythm of “Alphabet” and the darkly swelling contours of “Lamb” further define the band’s ability to construct subtle soundscapes out of minimal elements. The undulating bass and echoing vocals of “Propagation” add an unexpectedly sensuous touch. Elusive but mesmerizing, <i>Nootropics</i> haunts the mind after the last note has faded away.
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Tracklist
- 1Alphabet Song5:28
- 2Brains5:07
- 3Stem2:05
- 4Propagation4:57
- 5Lamb3:41
- 6Candy3:20
- 7Lion in Winter, Pt. 14:16
- 8Lion in Winter, Pt. 23:35
- 9Nova Anthem5:27
- 10In the End Is the Beginning12:18
- 11Moving (Bonus Track)5:05
Sound DNA
- Alt/Indie
- Indie Rock
- layered
- hypnotic
- art school
Notes from the original pressing. Later editions may differ.
Recorded at Key Club Recording Co., Benton Harbor, MI. Mixed at 101 Recording, Los Angeles, CA. except Track 5 recorded at The Magpie Cage, Baltimore, MD. Mixed at Atomic Heart Studio, NYC.
Released as a 2 panels digisleeve including an 8 pages booklet.
Black circle on front mentionning first album is a sticker.
Credits
The people behind it.
Performers
- Carter TantonGUITAR SYNTH SYNTH, GUITAR, VOCALS
- Geoff GrahamBASS BASS, VOCALS VOCALS
- Jana HunterGUITAR SYNTH VOCALS
- Nate NelsonDRUMS
- Will AdamsGUITAR
Production & Engineering
- Drew BrownPRODUCER
- Lower DensPRODUCER
- Claudius MittendorferMIXED
- Drew BrownMIXED
- Bill SkibbeENGINEER
- Jessica RuffinsENGINEER
- Claudius MittendorferENGINEER
- Drew BrownENGINEER
Rare pressing on Gatefold · 6 pressings tracked on Gatefold
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