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Gumboot Soup

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard · 2017

44 min · 11 tracks · psychedelic rock · garage rock · stoner rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of garage rock and psychedelic sounds, infused with a sense of playful experimentation.

Why this album works

The album is notable for its unconventional approach to songwriting and recording, with tracks written over various sessions and assembled into a cohesive project. It received critical acclaim, landing high positions in year-end lists and further solidifying King Gizzard's reputation as innovative artists in the modern rock scene.
Best for
steady flow with playful twists engaging journey through varied moods for afternoon exploration
Context
Released on January 1, 2017, 'Gumboot Soup' marked King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard's fifth studio album in a prolific year where they released five albums. Following the experimental 'Flying Microtonal Banana', this album continues their exploration of diverse musical styles while showcasing their relentless creative output.
Stylistic neighbors
Kadavar· Nebula· Arctic Monkeys

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Beginner’s Luck Standout 4:25
  • 2 Greenhouse Heat Death Standout 4:13
  • 3 Barefoot Desert 3:43
  • 4 Muddy Water 3:38
  • 5 Superposition 3:35
  • 6 Down the Sink 3:59
  • 7 The Great Chain of Being Standout 4:50
  • 8 The Last Oasis 3:34
  • 9 All Is Known 3:34
  • 10 I’m Sleepin’ In 3:00
  • 11 The Wheel 5:37

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