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.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its daring exploration of psychedelic themes and unconventional song structures that further defined the band's unique sound. It received critical acclaim, contributing to The Flaming Lips' sustained impact on alternative rock and earning them a dedicated following in the early 2000s.
- 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
- 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.
Disc 1
- 1 Bag Full of Thoughts 5:39
- 2 Out for a Walk Standout 3:20
- 3 Garden of Eyes / Forever Is a Long Time Standout 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 Standout 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 Standout 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
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