Icky Flix
The Residents · 2001
54 min · 15 tracks
A surreal sonic journey blending avant-garde soundscapes with dark humor and biting social commentary.
Why this album works
'Icky Flix' is significant for its fusion of music and visual media, representing a culmination of The Residents’ longstanding experimental ethos. While it did not chart extensively, it was well received within underground circles, cementing the band’s reputation as innovative artists who challenge traditional formats.
- Best for
- surreal sonic explorations with humor dynamic journey with varied peaks short bursts of chaotic energy
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Icky Flix' marked The Residents' continued evolution as avant-garde pioneers following their 1998 album 'Freak Show'. This album is notable for its multimedia approach, incorporating elements from their film work and performance art, showcasing the band's unique blend of music and visual storytelling during a period of artistic experimentation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Icky Flix (theme) 1:39
- 2 The Third Reich ’n’ Roll Standout 2:40
- 3 Just for You (Disfigured Night Part 7) 6:36
- 4 Songs for Swinging Larvae 5:00
- 5 Bad Day on the Midway Standout 7:53
- 6 Kick a Picnic 2:25
- 7 The Gingerbread Man Standout 9:53
- 8 Vileness Fats - Title 0:29
- 9 VF Mom’s House 2:35
- 10 VF The Cave 3:20
- 11 VF The Banquet Hall 2:52
- 12 VF The Nightclub 1 (Eloise) 1:23
- 13 VF The Cave 2 0:31
- 14 VF The Nightclub 2 5:56
- 15 Icky Flix (closing theme) 1:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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