Killing Tingled Lifting Retreats
Omar Rodríguez-López · 2017
33 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-garde soundscapes and intricate melodies that defy conventional structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Fool So Bleak — This opening track sets the tone with haunting melodies and complex rhythms, encapsulating the album's experimental spirit while introducing listeners to its emotional depth.
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Love Light — With its intricate guitar work and layered vocals, this track exemplifies Rodríguez-López's unique compositional style and showcases his skill in blending melody with abstract themes.
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Don't Let Us Breathe — This song features a compelling dynamic shift, moving from serene passages to intense climaxes, illustrating the emotional range and versatility present across the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's intricate compositions and unique sound blend showcase Rodríguez-López's innovative approach to progressive rock.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional instrumentation, such as strings and electronic elements, creating a layered soundscape.
- The running time of each track varies significantly, with some exceeding six minutes, allowing for extended musical exploration.
- The final track, 'Wonder Kindly', serves as a reflective conclusion, contrasting with the frenetic energy of earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- thoughtful in-order listening
- intriguing sound structure shifts
- brief yet engaging tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- avoid experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2017, Omar Rodríguez-López had established himself as a prolific figure in progressive rock, having released numerous solo projects alongside his work with The Mars Volta. 'Killing Tingled Lifting Retreats' is notable as his first album following the dissolution of The Mars Volta, marking a period of artistic exploration and self-reflection.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Mars Volta· King Crimson· Porcupine Tree
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Fool So Bleak 4:06
- 2 Tickle Tumor 4:37
- 3 Bow Down Again 2:25
- 4 Or Make War 2:48
- 5 Love Light 3:30
- 6 Paint Yourself a Saint 3:42
- 7 Cassando La Luna 2:28
- 8 Oro 2:04
- 9 Don't Let Us Breathe 3:53
- 10 Wonder Kindly 3:50
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