Released 10 years ago
Arañas en La Sombra
Omar Rodríguez-López · 2016
38 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock
An experimental tapestry of progressive rock intricately woven with surreal lyrics and shifting musical landscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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El vacio — This track stands out due to its haunting melodies and intricate guitar work that encapsulate the album's thematic depth and emotional weight.
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Araña el la sombra — As the title track, it embodies the essence of the album with its rich textures and layered instrumentation, offering a culmination of Rodríguez-López's artistic vision.
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Metamorfosis — The song features a transformative soundscape that reflects the fluid nature of change, highlighting Rodríguez-López's skillful composition and evocative storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- introspective listening experience
- haunting melodies and textures
- dynamic journey through sound
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2016, Arañas en La Sombra marks Omar Rodríguez-López's continued exploration of avant-garde concepts following his work with The Mars Volta. This album comes after a series of solo projects and is notable for its deep dive into unconventional song structures and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Mars Volta· King Crimson· Porcupine Tree
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No hey inteligencia 0:28
- 2 Arcos del amor 2:28
- 3 El vacio 4:32
- 4 Piojos histericos 1:28
- 5 Un mar amargo 3:55
- 6 Metamorfosis 2:56
- 7 Extravagants dientes 5:32
- 8 Primitivo y barbaro 4:25
- 9 Semillas de hez 2:15
- 10 Araña el la sombra 5:01
- 11 Voluntad de los ciegos 5:00
- 12 Presencia 0:30
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