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Garbology

Aesop Rock · 2021

50 min · 14 tracks · abstract hip-hop

A kaleidoscopic blend of abstract lyricism and eclectic production woven into a tapestry of modern life reflections.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with gradual resolution
  • kaleidoscopic reflections on modern life
  • thought-provoking lyrical depth
  • engaging narrative twists throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, instant gratification
  • seek consistent, predictable pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 12, 2021, 'Garbology' marks Aesop Rock's first collaborative studio album with producer Blockhead after several years of solo work. Following his 2016 album 'The Impossible Kid,' this project sees him return to a more experimental sound while reflecting on contemporary themes of waste and consumerism, showcasing his evolution as an artist.
Stylistic neighbors
MF DOOM· El-P· Busdriver

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Only Picture 0:45
  • 2 Jazz Hands 3:24
  • 3 Wolf Piss 3:32
  • 4 Legerdemain 4:32
  • 5 Difficult 4:05
  • 6 All the Smartest People 2:06
  • 7 Oh Fudge 3:02
  • 8 More Cycles 4:08
  • 9 Flamingo Pink 3:55
  • 10 All Day Breakfast 2:53
  • 11 Fizz 4:37
  • 12 That Is Not a Wizard 4:31
  • 13 The Sea 4:09
  • 14 Abandoned Malls 5:04

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