Eyes Like the Sky
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard · 2013
27 min · 10 tracks · psychedelic rock
A narrative-driven blend of psychedelic rock and garage vibes, echoing themes of despair and existentialism through vivid storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Eyes Like the Sky — As the titular track, it sets the tone for the entire album with its haunting melody and vivid imagery that encapsulates the album's thematic essence.
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Year of Our Lord — This track features a captivating mix of haunting vocals and intricate instrumentation, marking a pivotal moment in the narrative progression of the album.
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The Killing Ground — The song stands out for its intense layering and climactic structure, effectively portraying the album's darker themes while showcasing the band's musical range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's narrative structure and psychedelic elements create a unique listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a spoken-word narrative that runs through most tracks, creating a cohesive story arc.
- Musical transitions between tracks often incorporate ambient sounds and effects, enhancing the psychedelic atmosphere.
- Several songs employ unconventional song structures, with abrupt tempo changes and varied instrumentation throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- narrative-driven cinematic experience
- short bursts of intensity
- engaging storytelling in tracks
- front-loaded energy and urgency
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer listening sessions
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Ambitious concept and narrative-driven approach mark a high point in their early catalog.
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2013, 'Eyes Like the Sky' marked King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard's second studio album, following their debut '12 Bar Bruise' from 2012. At this point, the band was still developing its unique sound, which would later evolve into a more eclectic and prolific style across genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ty Segall· Pond· Tame Impala
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Eyes Like the Sky 3:17
- 2 Year of Our Lord 2:56
- 3 The Raid 2:23
- 4 Drum Run 2:41
- 5 Evil Man 3:53
- 6 Fort Whipple 2:56
- 7 The God Mans Goat Lust 3:17
- 8 The Killing Ground 2:49
- 9 Dust in the Wind 2:23
- 10 Guns & Horses 1:08
What to play next
Float Along - Fill Your Lungs
2013
Continues the psychedelic themes with a more expansive sound palette.
12 Bar Bruise
2012
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