Embryonic
The Flaming Lips · 2009
70 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · space rock
Experimental textures and fractured melodies create an immersive journey through the subconscious mind.
Why this album works
'Embryonic' is notable for its critical acclaim, receiving a Grammy nomination for Best Alternative Music Album in 2010. It reflects a bold artistic direction that influenced later psychedelic and experimental rock movements.
- Best for
- wave-like dynamics that surprise immersive journey through sound mind-bending exploration of themes
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Embryonic' was The Flaming Lips' twelfth studio album, marking a significant shift in their sound following the commercial success of 'At War with the Mystics' (2006). At this point, the band sought to explore more avant-garde and experimental tendencies, stepping away from mainstream accessibility into deeper sonic landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Neil Young· Moby· Beck· Tori Amos· Linkin Park· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Convinced of the Hex Standout 3:56
- 2 The Sparrow Looks Up at the Machine 4:13
- 3 Evil 5:38
- 4 Aquarius Sabotage 2:10
- 5 See the Leaves 4:24
- 6 If 2:04
- 7 Gemini Syringes 3:41
- 8 Your Bats 2:34
- 9 Powerless Standout 6:57
- 10 The Ego's Last Stand 5:39
- 11 I Can Be a Frog 2:14
- 12 Sagittarius Silver Announcement 2:58
- 13 Worm Mountain Standout 5:21
- 14 Scorpio Sword 2:01
- 15 The Impulse 3:29
- 16 Silver Trembling Hands 3:58
- 17 Virgo Self-Esteem Broadcast 3:44
- 18 Watching the Planets 5:16
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