Cosmic Egg
Wolfmother · 2009
72 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · stoner rock
Psychedelic riffs and heavy grooves intertwine, evoking a cosmic journey through classic rock landscapes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in January 2009, 'Cosmic Egg' is Wolfmother's second studio album, following their self-titled debut which propelled them into the mainstream. At this point, the band was navigating lineup changes, with frontman Andrew Stockdale remaining as the constant creative force behind the music, aiming to solidify their signature sound.
- If you like
- hard rock, stoner rock
Cosmic Egg is an album by Wolfmother, released in 2009. Psychedelic riffs and heavy grooves intertwine, evoking a cosmic journey through classic rock landscapes. 'Cosmic Egg' debuted at number 3 on the Australian Albums Chart and received mixed reviews from critics, though it showcased the band's commitment to classic rock influences. The album further established Wolfmother's presence in the stoner rock scene and led to a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance for their track 'New Moon Rising.' Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmic Egg sound like?
Psychedelic riffs and heavy grooves intertwine, evoking a cosmic journey through classic rock landscapes. Rooted in hard rock and stoner rock.
What makes Cosmic Egg by Wolfmother notable?
'Cosmic Egg' debuted at number 3 on the Australian Albums Chart and received mixed reviews from critics, though it showcased the band's commitment to classic rock influences. The album further established Wolfmother's presence in the stoner rock scene and led to a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance for their track 'New Moon Rising.' Released in January 2009, 'Cosmic Egg' is Wolfmother's second studio album, following their self-titled debut which propelled them into the mainstream. At this point, the band was navigating lineup changes, with frontman Andrew Stockdale remaining as the constant creative force behind the music, aiming to solidify their signature sound.
Who is Cosmic Egg for?
Cosmic Egg works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Cosmic Egg?
Cosmic Egg has 16 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 California Queen Standout 3:54
- 2 New Moon Rising Standout 3:45
- 3 White Feather 3:04
- 4 Sundial 3:47
- 5 In the Morning 5:39
- 6 10,000 Feet 4:08
- 7 Cosmic Egg Standout 4:04
- 8 Far Away 4:00
- 9 Cosmonaut 4:48
- 10 Pilgrim 4:50
- 11 Eyes Open 5:11
- 12 Back Round 3:56
- 13 In the Castle 5:42
- 14 Caroline 4:30
- 15 Phoenix 4:45
- 16 Violence of the Sun 6:02
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
72 min 11 sec
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