25th Birthday Party
Gong · 1995
109 min · 24 tracks · progressive rock
A whimsical journey through progressive rock, blending humor and surrealism with intricate musicality.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its celebration of Gong's legacy, featuring tracks that highlight the band's unique blend of psychedelic rock and humor. It received a positive reception from fans and critics alike, showcasing Gong's enduring influence on the progressive rock genre and their ability to create engaging live performances.
- Best for
- whimsical journey through sound dynamic peaks and valleys playful irreverence throughout tracks
- Context
- By the time of '25th Birthday Party', Gong was celebrating a milestone in their career, marking their 25th anniversary as a band. This album followed their 1992 release 'Shapeshifter' and showcased their continued evolution in the progressive rock scene amidst lineup changes and various side projects by key members.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Landmarq· Jefferson Airplane· The Mothers of Invention
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Thom Intro 1:18
- 2 Floating Into a Birthday Gig 5:39
- 3 You Can’t Kill Me Standout 6:20
- 4 Radio Gnome 25 Standout 7:11
- 5 I Am Your Pussy 4:56
- 6 Pot Head Pixies 2:54
- 7 Never Glid Before 5:47
- 8 Sad Street 6:28
- 9 Eat That Phonebook Standout 3:27
- 10 Gnomic Address 1:36
- 11 Flute Salad 2:32
- 12 Oily Way 3:26
- 13 Outer Temple / Inner Temple 5:25
- 14 She Is the Great Goddess 3:05
- 15 IAOM Riff 7:34
Disc 2
- 1 Clouds Again 9:57
- 2 Tri-Cycle Gliss 10:51
- 3 Get a Dinner 2:03
- 4 Zero Where Are You? 1:29
- 5 Be Who You Are My Friends 2:33
- 6 It’s the World of Illusion 3:00
- 7 Why Don’t You Try 2:19
- 8 I Am You 6:37
- 9 Introducing the Musicians 3:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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