...And the Circus Leaves Town
Kyuss · 1995
72 min · 11 tracks · stoner rock · stoner metal
A sprawling odyssey of heavy riffs and hypnotic grooves, blending stoner rock with experimental elements.
Why this album works
...And the Circus Leaves Town is notable for its critical acclaim, often recognized as a landmark release in the stoner rock genre. Despite a lackluster commercial performance upon release, it has since influenced numerous bands within heavy music and contributed to a resurgence of interest in Kyuss's unique sound. The album has maintained a significant cultural presence, often appearing in lists of essential albums from the 1990s.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on June 11, 1995, ...And the Circus Leaves Town was Kyuss's fourth and final studio album before their breakup. At this point, the band had already established themselves as pioneers of the stoner rock genre, following their influential records such as Blues for the Red Sun and Welcome to Sky Valley. This album marked a shift toward more expansive and atmospheric compositions, showcasing their willingness to experiment.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Corrosion of Conformity· Down· Bongzilla
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hurricane 2:42
- 2 One Inch Man Standout 3:31
- 3 Thee Ol’ Boozeroony 2:47
- 4 Gloria Lewis Standout 4:02
- 5 Phototropic 5:13
- 6 El Rodeo 5:36
- 7 Jumbo Blimp Jumbo 4:40
- 8 Tangy Zizzle 2:39
- 9 Size Queen 3:47
- 10 Catamaran Standout 3:00
- 11 Spaceship Landing / M’deea / Day One 34:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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