Blind Worms Pious Swine
Omar Rodríguez-López · 2016
36 min · 11 tracks · progressive rock
A surreal amalgamation of progressive rock with experimental textures and haunting melodies that evoke otherworldly landscapes.
Why this album works
The album received positive critical reception, praised for its innovative sound and depth, which solidified Rodríguez-López's reputation as a creative force in progressive rock. It also contributed to the underground music scene's appreciation for experimental forms, influencing subsequent artists looking to blend genres in unconventional ways.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo exploration otherworldly soundscapes to ponder haunting melodies for introspection
- Context
- When 'Blind Worms Pious Swine' was released in August 2016, Omar Rodríguez-López was already well-established as a prolific musician, known primarily for his work with The Mars Volta. This album marked a continued exploration of his avant-garde tendencies following the disbandment of The Mars Volta in 2012, showcasing his eclectic style and willingness to push boundaries in solo projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Muse· Nikolai Noskov· Tool
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Vanishing Tide Standout 3:19
- 2 Atlantis Is Rising Standout 3:40
- 3 Black Mass Standout 3:43
- 4 Lights 3:49
- 5 Tunnel Riot 3:18
- 6 Savage Letters 3:45
- 7 Mariposa 4:20
- 8 Swollen Neck 2:43
- 9 Hieroglyphs From Hell 1:45
- 10 Acacia 2:24
- 11 Only Nothing Is 3:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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