Eat the Elephant
A Perfect Circle · 2018
57 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A haunting exploration of existential themes wrapped in atmospheric melodies and intricate arrangements.
Why this album works
'Eat the Elephant' debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing the band's sustained relevance. The album received widespread critical acclaim, with notable praise from publications like Rolling Stone, which highlighted its lyrical depth and musical complexity, reinforcing A Perfect Circle's influence in the alternative rock genre after a long absence.
- Best for
- haunting exploration of existence dynamic progression with peaks reflective moments of introspection
- Context
- Released on April 20, 2018, 'Eat the Elephant' marked A Perfect Circle's first album in nearly 15 years, following their 2004 release 'Emotive'. This period saw a significant shift as the band re-entered the music scene amidst changing political landscapes, allowing them to address contemporary issues through their distinctive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Green Day· Linkin Park· Lana Del Rey· Sonic Youth· Ariana Grande· Beck· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Eat the Elephant 5:13
- 2 Disillusioned Standout 5:53
- 3 The Contrarian 3:58
- 4 The Doomed Standout 4:41
- 5 So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish 4:26
- 6 TalkTalk Standout 4:08
- 7 By and Down the River 5:04
- 8 Delicious 3:49
- 9 DLB 2:06
- 10 Hourglass 5:14
- 11 Feathers 5:48
- 12 Get the Lead Out 6:40
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