Basilisk
The Legendary Pink Dots · 1982
58 min · 10 tracks · synth-pop · gothic rock
A mesmerizing blend of haunting vocals and surreal soundscapes that traverse gothic rock and synth-pop realms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- extended climaxes that reward patience
- surreal soundscapes for deep immersion
- haunting vocals for introspective moments
- gradual build to emotional release
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer immediate gratification
- seek upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1982, 'Basilisk' represents The Legendary Pink Dots' second studio album, arriving shortly after their debut 'The Tower' in 1981. At this point in their career, the band was establishing themselves within the post-punk and experimental music scenes, experimenting with ambient textures and layered instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Current 93· Cocteau Twins· Dead Can Dance
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stigmata, Part One (Freiheit) 4:43
- 2 Klazh 1:40
- 3 Love Is... 6:58
- 4 No Reason 3:51
- 5 834 1:11
- 6 Wall Purges Night (version) 4:15
- 7 Basilisk 1 3:42
- 8 Methods 2:19
- 9 Clean Up 3:34
- 10 Basilisk 2 26:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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