Duster - Stratosphere

Stratosphere is the debut studio album by the American slowcore band Duster. Released on February 24, 1998, the album features a blend of lo-fi indie aesthetics, searing guitars, and depressive undertones. It is widely considered a cornerstone of the slowcore genre and has gained a cult following over the years. The album was primarily written and recorded by band members Clay Parton and Canaan Dove Amber, with Jason Albertini contributing drums to three tracks. The album's cover features a photograph taken from a November 1970 issue of Life magazine.