Cobra Strike II
Buckethead · 2000
56 min · 16 tracks · funk · hard rock · progressive metal
A sonic labyrinth of experimental textures and intricate guitar work that defies genre boundaries.
Why this album works
'Cobra Strike II' is notable for its experimental approach and complex arrangements that contributed to the avant-garde rock scene. While it did not achieve mainstream commercial success, it garnered critical attention and helped cement Buckethead's reputation as an innovative guitarist unafraid to explore unconventional soundscapes.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks dynamic exploration of soundscapes intricate guitar work detail
- Context
- By the time 'Cobra Strike II' was released in 2000, Buckethead had already established himself as a prolific artist, having released several albums since his 1994 debut. This album came during a phase of intense creativity, where he was known for his eclectic blend of genres and relentless output, further solidifying his place in avant-garde music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neil Young· Extreme· Ugly Kid Joe
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Desert 0:09
- 2 False Radien Cross Standout 4:18
- 3 Poison Wind 2:33
- 4 Hellchop to Blind Claw 1:53
- 5 The Funeral Standout 3:37
- 6 Beware of the Holding Funnel 5:32
- 7 Traitors Gate 5:52
- 8 Moonflake 2:43
- 9 First Master 2:13
- 10 Splintern Pool 4:38
- 11 Notorious Swade 3:37
- 12 Blood Scroll Standout 7:52
- 13 Yoshimitsu's Den 4:05
- 14 Cobra Cartrige 1:52
- 15 Slap to Branding Nunchuka 3:07
- 16 Spider Crawl 2:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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