Floating Anarchy Live 1977 cover

Floating Anarchy Live 1977

Gong · 1978

42 min · 6 tracks · progressive rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock and avant-garde sounds, weaving intricate musical narratives that challenge and inspire.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic live performance atmosphere
  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • intricate musical narratives unfold
  • immersive journey through sound

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Floating Anarchy Live 1977' was released, Gong was deep into their exploration of experimental music, following the pivotal 'Camembert Electrique' in 1971 and the subsequent albums that established their unique sound. This live album captures the band at a time when they were fully embracing improvisation and thematic complexity, showcasing their ability to blend humor with serious commentary on societal issues.
Stylistic neighbors
Soft Machine· King Crimson· Can

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Psychological Overture 2:36
  • 2 Floatin' Anarchy 5:15
  • 3 Stone Innoc Frankenstein 3:18
  • 4 New Age Transformation Try: No More Sages 12:06
  • 5 Opium for the People 4:23
  • 6 Allez Ali Baba Blacksheep Have You Any Bullshit: Mama Maya Mantram 15:01

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