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Finally the Punk Rockers Are Taking Acid

The Flaming Lips · 2002

234 min · 56 tracks · alternative rock · space rock

A surreal blend of experimental rock and psychedelic soundscapes with whimsical melodies and introspective lyrics.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • whimsical melodies for daydreaming
  • wave-like pacing for exploration
  • introspective listening in solitude
  • surreal soundscapes for imagination

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward listening experiences
  • prefer quick, catchy songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified their transition to mainstream success post 'The Soft Bulletin'.
Themes
whimsical surrealism· dark narratives
Career context
Released on October 1, 2002, this album emerged during The Flaming Lips' transition from underground cult favorites to mainstream success following their critically acclaimed album 'The Soft Bulletin' in 1999. By this time, they were experimenting with more avant-garde sounds and concepts, solidifying their reputation for pushing musical boundaries.
Stylistic neighbors
Animal Collective· Tame Impala· MGMT
If this clicks, go next to
Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots — Continues the surreal and psychedelic elements with engaging melodies.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Merriweather Post Pavilion by Animal Collective — Shares the same experimental psychedelic soundscapes and whimsical melodies.
Oracular Spectacular by MGMT — Combines surreal lyrical themes with a vibrant, eclectic production style reminiscent of The Flaming Lips.
Lonerism by Tame Impala — Explores introspective themes with rich psychedelic textures and a dreamy atmosphere.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Bag Full of Thoughts".

Disc 1

  • 1 Bag Full of Thoughts Start here 5:39
  • 2 Out for a Walk 3:20
  • 3 Garden of Eyes / Forever Is a Long Time 5:29
  • 4 Scratchin’ the Door 7:12
  • 5 My Own Planet 4:11
  • 6 With You 3:39
  • 7 Unplugged 2:14
  • 8 Trains, Brains & Rain 3:39
  • 9 Jesus Shootin’ Heroin 7:19
  • 10 Just Like Before 3:22
  • 11 She Is Death 4:05
  • 12 Charlie Manson Blues 4:22
  • 13 Man From Pakistan 3:59
  • 14 Godzilla Flick 4:06
  • 15 Staring at Sound / With You 5:06
  • 16 Killer on the Radio 2:57
  • 17 Batman Theme 1:46
  • 18 Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere 2:30
  • 19 Handsome Johnny 2:57

Disc 2

  • 1 Everything’s Explodin’ 4:44
  • 2 One Million Billionth of a Millisecond on a Sunday Morning 9:21
  • 3 Maximum Dream for Evil Knievel 2:51
  • 4 Can’t Exist 2:48
  • 5 Ode to C.C., Part 1 0:44
  • 6 The Ceiling Is Bendin’ 3:45
  • 7 Prescription: Love 6:10
  • 8 Thanks to You 3:56
  • 9 Can’t Stop the Spring 4:11
  • 10 Ode to C.C., Part 2 1:50
  • 11 Love Yer Brain 7:43
  • 12 Groove Room 6:09
  • 13 Jesus Shootin’ Heroin 7:05
  • 14 Trains, Brains & Rain 3:19
  • 15 Communication Breakdown 3:50
  • 16 One Million Billionth of a Millisecond on a Sunday Morning (live) 9:12

Disc 3

  • 1 Drug Machine in Heaven 2:11
  • 2 Right Now 3:57
  • 3 Michael, Time to Wake Up 0:29
  • 4 Chrome Plated Suicide 5:43
  • 5 Hari‐Krishna Stomp Wagon 3:47
  • 6 Miracle on 42nd St. 2:52
  • 7 Fryin’ Up 2:44
  • 8 Hell’s Angel’s Cracker Factory (edit) 3:02
  • 9 U.F.O. Story 6:39
  • 10 Redneck School of Technology 2:57
  • 11 Shaved Gorilla 2:56
  • 12 The Spontaneous Combustion of John 0:53
  • 13 Last Drop of Morning Dew 1:58
  • 14 Begs and Achin’ 4:14
  • 15 Death Valley ’69 3:04
  • 16 Thank You 2:27
  • 17 Can’t Stop the Spring (remix) 4:27
  • 18 Jesus Shooting Heroin (live) 8:14
  • 19 My Own Planet (live) 7:37
  • 20 After the Gold Rush 4:11
  • 21 Death Tripping at Sunrise 4:32

What to play next

This album is considered a Breakthrough in The Flaming Lips's catalog. This album solidified their transition to mainstream success post 'The Soft Bulletin'.

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