Arañas en La Sombra cover

Arañas en La Sombra

Omar Rodríguez-López · 2016

38 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock

A labyrinthine exploration of sound merging dissonant textures with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics.

Why this album works

The album is notable for its critical reception, with many reviewers highlighting Rodríguez-López's innovative approach to progressive rock. It resonates within the underground music scene, influencing upcoming artists seeking to break genre boundaries while also reflecting a broader trend towards experimentalism in rock music.
Best for
wave-like pacing with peaks introspective listening experience haunting melodies and textures
Context
When 'Arañas en La Sombra' was released in 2016, Omar Rodríguez-López was transitioning from his tenure with The Mars Volta into a more experimental solo career. This album followed his previous work, 'Despair,' and showcased his continued evolution as an artist willing to embrace unconventional structures and themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Muse· Nikolai Noskov· Tool

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 No hey inteligencia 0:28
  • 2 Arcos del amor Standout 2:28
  • 3 El vacio 4:32
  • 4 Piojos histericos 1:28
  • 5 Un mar amargo 3:55
  • 6 Metamorfosis Standout 2:56
  • 7 Extravagants dientes 5:32
  • 8 Primitivo y barbaro 4:25
  • 9 Semillas de hez 2:15
  • 10 Araña el la sombra Standout 5:01
  • 11 Voluntad de los ciegos 5:00
  • 12 Presencia 0:30

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