...And the Circus Leaves Town
Kyuss · 1995
72 min · 11 tracks · stoner rock
A sprawling, hypnotic journey through heavy riffs and atmospheric grooves that define the essence of stoner rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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One Inch Man — This track exemplifies Kyuss' ability to blend heavy riffs with rhythmic grooves, making it a standout anthem for fans of the genre. Its driving energy and catchy chorus encapsulate the band's unique sound.
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Catamaran — With its layered instrumentation and dynamic shifts, Catamaran showcases the band's experimental side while remaining grounded in their heavy roots. The song's infectious melody makes it memorable.
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Hurricane — As an opener, Hurricane sets an aggressive tone for the album with its fast-paced rhythm and powerful vocals, establishing the intensity that characterizes much of Kyuss' work.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Kyuss crafts a mature sound with immersive riffs and atmospheric grooves, solidifying their place in stoner rock.
What we noticed
- The album features extended tracks, with several exceeding five minutes, allowing for gradual build-ups and immersive instrumental passages.
- Riffs are often layered with effects, creating a dense atmosphere that shifts between heavy and more melodic sections.
- The closing track is a multi-part suite that transitions through different tempos and moods, providing a sense of journey and resolution.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1995, ...And the Circus Leaves Town is Kyuss' fourth studio album and marks their final album before disbanding. Following the critical success of their earlier works, this album reflects a more mature sound while maintaining their signature desert rock aesthetic. It captures the band at a transitional moment, where they were solidifying their legacy in the stoner rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Queens of the Stone Age· Fu Manchu· Monster Magnet
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hurricane 2:42
- 2 One Inch Man 3:31
- 3 Thee Ol’ Boozeroony 2:47
- 4 Gloria Lewis 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 3:00
- 11 Spaceship Landing / M’deea / Day One 34:04
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