Emperor Tomato Ketchup cover

Released 30 years ago

Emperor Tomato Ketchup

Stereolab · 1996

57 min · 13 tracks · indie rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-pop and motorik rhythms that dances between the mechanical and the organic.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • wave-like pacing shifts
  • kaleidoscopic sound exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Emperor Tomato Ketchup' was Stereolab's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Mars Audiac Quintet'. At this point, the band had solidified their unique sound that fused pop melodies with experimental elements, establishing them as key figures in the indie rock scene of the 90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Tortoise· The High Llamas· Broadcast
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Dots and Loops — Continues the blend of avant-pop with more intricate arrangements and melodies.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Metronomic Underground 7:55
  • 2 Cybele's Reverie 4:42
  • 3 Percolator 3:47
  • 4 Les Yper-Sound 4:05
  • 5 Spark Plug 2:29
  • 6 OLV 26 5:42
  • 7 The Noise of Carpet 3:05
  • 8 Tomorrow Is Already Here 4:56
  • 9 Emperor Tomato Ketchup 4:37
  • 10 Monstre Sacre 3:44
  • 11 Motoroller Scalatron 3:48
  • 12 Slow Fast Hazel 3:53
  • 13 Anonymous Collective 4:32

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