King's Mouth
The Flaming Lips · 2019
41 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · space rock
A whimsical journey through cosmic soundscapes and introspective melodies that evoke a sense of wonder and nostalgia.
Why this album works
'King's Mouth' received attention for its integration of a narrative concept album format, celebrated for its storytelling approach. The album's unique packaging and accompanying visual elements further solidified The Flaming Lips' reputation as innovators in the alternative rock scene, with tracks like 'The Sparrow' resonating within the context of contemporary psychedelic music.
- Career context
- Released in 2019, 'King's Mouth' is The Flaming Lips' fifteenth studio album, following their critically acclaimed project 'Oczy Mlody'. At this point in their career, the band was exploring increasingly experimental sounds, reflecting their long-standing penchant for blending pop sensibilities with avant-garde elements, while also embracing multimedia projects such as immersive live shows.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Neil Young· Moby· Beck· Tori Amos· Linkin Park· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We Don’t Know How and We Don’t Know Why 1:10
- 2 The Sparrow Standout 5:38
- 3 Giant Baby 3:51
- 4 Mother Universe Standout 1:51
- 5 How Many Times 3:22
- 6 Electric Fire 4:45
- 7 All for the Life of the City 4:39
- 8 Feedaloodum Beedle Dot 2:50
- 9 Funeral Parade 2:58
- 10 Dipped in Steel 1:28
- 11 Mouth of the King Standout 4:48
- 12 How Can a Head 4:09
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