Black Snakes
Red Krayola · 1983
47 min · 11 tracks · psychedelic rock
Psychedelic noise collides with experimental pop, creating a surreal soundscape that defies conventional structures.
Why this album works
'Black Snakes' is significant for its experimental approach during a time when mainstream rock was dominated by polished sounds. The album received attention for its unique blend of influences and has been cited by various artists within the indie and experimental scenes as an important reference point for avant-garde rock music.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo progression surreal soundscape exploration engaging headphone detail hunting
- Context
- Released in early 1983, 'Black Snakes' was Red Krayola's fifth studio album, showcasing their evolution into a more avant-garde sound following their earlier works. At this point in their career, the band was exploring the boundaries of psychedelic rock and experimental music, moving away from straightforward songwriting toward more abstract compositions.
- If you like
- psychedelic rock
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Black Snakes Standout 4:41
- 2 Ratman, The Weightwatcher 2:52
- 3 The Sloths 6:42
- 4 The Jam 4:29
- 5 Hedges 3:48
- 6 A Portrait of V.I. Lenin in the Style of Jackson Pollock, Part 1 (version) Standout 3:05
- 7 Future Pilots 4:17
- 8 A Portrait of You 4:49
- 9 Words of Love Standout 3:53
- 10 Café Twenty-One 3:55
- 11 Gynaecology in Ancient Greece 4:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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