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Released 30 years ago

Blissard

Motorpsycho · 1996

53 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock

A sprawling blend of psychedelic rock and progressive melodies, layered with intricate instrumentation and ethereal vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sprawling exploration of soundscapes
  • ethereal vocals for introspective moments
  • patient unfolding with rich detail
  • captivating layered instrumentation
  • thoughtful journeys through diverse themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer immediate gratification
  • seek straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Blissard' was released in January 1996, Motorpsycho was transitioning into a more experimental phase following their critically acclaimed album 'Timothy's Monster' from 1994. This album marked their fifth studio effort and showcased a continued evolution in sound, incorporating elements of jazz and avant-garde influences while solidifying their status in the Norwegian rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Mars Volta· Porcupine Tree· Opeth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sinful, Wind-borne 5:21
  • 2 ≪Drug Thing≫ 4:37
  • 3 Greener 6:13
  • 4 's Numbness 3:57
  • 5 The Nerve Tattoo 4:02
  • 6 True Middle 4:51
  • 7 S.T.G. 9:45
  • 8 Manmower 4:15
  • 9 Fools Gold 3:55
  • 10 Nathan Daniel's Tune From Hawaii 6:11

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