01. "Untitled [Track 1 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
02. "Untitled [Track 2 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
03. "Untitled [Track 3 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
04. "Untitled [Track 4 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
05. "Untitled [Track 5 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
06. "Untitled [Track 6 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
07. "Untitled [Track 7 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
08. "Untitled [Track 8 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
09. "Untitled [Track 9 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
10. "Untitled [Track 10 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
11. "Untitled [Track 11 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
12. "Untitled [Track 12 From "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"]"
13. "1000000 Died To Make This Sound"
14. "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons"
15. "Black Waters Blowed / Engine Broke Blues"
16. "Blindblindblind"
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Description:
13 Blues For Thirteen Moons by Silver Mt. Zion, released 13 March 2008, includes the following tracks: "Untitled", "Untitled", "Untitled", "Untitled" and more.
This version of 13 Blues For Thirteen Moons comes as a 1xCD. - ...MOONS
All of it tape recorded at thee mighty Hotel2Tango, Spring/Autumn 2007.
Mastered at Grey-Market
Packaging: Gatefold card sleeve with a Constellation catalogue sheet and a 12-page booklet.
Sticker on the seal states 'Made In Canada'. The barcode is also taken from this sticker. This information is not displayed on the release itself.
"13 Blues For Thirteen Moons" is an intense and emotionally charged CD by Silver Mount Zion, released on the independent label Constellation. Across long-form compositions that unfold in multiple movements, the album blends post-rock dynamics with raw, almost punk-like urgency and choral vocals. Guitars, strings, and distorted soundscapes rise from fragile, minimalist passages into cathartic climaxes, creating a listening experience that feels ritualistic and political at the same time. Lyrically, the songs move between poetic lament, protest, and apocalyptic imagery, making "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons" less a collection of tracks and more a unified, immersive journey that rewards deep, uninterrupted listening.
The production emphasizes organic textures and a live-in-the-room atmosphere, capturing the band's characteristic tension between beauty and dissonance. Long crescendos and layered arrangements allow the music to breathe and expand, while the band's collective vocals lend an almost choir-like intensity. This CD is ideal for listeners who appreciate ambitious, narrative-driven albums that challenge conventional song structures and invite reflection on personal and social themes.
Silver Mount Zion (often known as A Silver Mt. Zion or Thee Silver Mt. Zion) is a Canadian band that emerged from the same creative circle as Godspeed You! Black Emperor. Over multiple albums, they have become known for their combination of post-rock, experimental rock, and politically charged lyricism. Their work is celebrated in the independent music scene for its emotional depth, long instrumental passages, and the distinctive, cracked voice and songwriting of bandleader Efrim Menuck. With a reputation for powerful live performances and critically acclaimed releases on Constellation, Silver Mount Zion has established itself as one of the most influential bands in avant-rock and post-rock circles.
Constellation is a renowned independent record label based in Canada, recognized for its carefully curated catalog of boundary-pushing artists. The label is synonymous with high artistic standards, detailed packaging, and a strong commitment to artistic autonomy and socially conscious projects. Constellation releases often feature thoughtful design, high-quality sound, and a focus on albums as complete works, making them particularly valued by collectors and dedicated music fans. With "13 Blues For Thirteen Moons," the label once again underlines its role as a home for ambitious, exploratory music that lies far beyond the mainstream.
Godspeed You! Black Emperor spawned numerous post-rock imitators, most playing rock-infused chamber music and looking to bridge the gap between whisp...
Jason Heller - 25/Mar/2008
When Efrim Menuck's harpoon-like guitar ruptures
the belly of space-time about four minutes into "1,000,000 Died To Make This
Sound"—the first track o...
Jason Gross - 25/Mar/2008
Possibly spooked by the specter of global warming, this freakfolk spin-off from Godspeed You! Black Emperor shakes the new-age romanticism of their ea...
Brandon Kreitler - 18/Mar/2008
The strain of post-rock that Silver Mt. Zion, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, and heavier counterparts like Mogwai came to represent over the past 15 yea...
Billy Hamilton - 14/Mar/2008
Two distinct factions exist within the music reviewing fraternity: there are those quite prepared to give a record a flawless commendation and those ...
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