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Hunters

The Residents · 1995

59 min · 12 tracks

A surreal auditory journey blending avant-garde experimentation with haunting narratives of nature's primal forces.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with narrative arcs
  • surreal exploration of primal themes
  • immersive journey through nature's forces
  • thoughtful listening in quiet spaces

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1995, The Residents were well-established as avant-garde pioneers, having released numerous experimental albums since their formation in the early 1970s. 'Hunters' marked a continuation of their innovative approach, following their 1994 release 'The Bunny Boy', and showcased their signature blend of multimedia influences and conceptual storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors
Captain Beefheart· Frank Zappa· Devo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hunters Prelude 0:49
  • 2 The Deadly Game 4:47
  • 3 Tooth and Claw 5:12
  • 4 The Dangerous Sea 4:49
  • 5 Rulers of the Deep 5:06
  • 6 Tracks of the Cat 5:16
  • 7 The Giant Grizzlies 6:27
  • 8 Dawn of the Dragons 5:50
  • 9 Eye of the Serpent 6:49
  • 10 The Crawling Kingdom 6:30
  • 11 The Savage Pack 6:28
  • 12 Hunters (reprise) 1:02

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