Live in Asheville '19
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard · 2020
90 min · 18 tracks · psychedelic rock
A frenetic set blending garage rock fervor with psychedelic explorations, capturing the raw energy of King Gizzard's live performance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rattlesnake — The extended jam elevates the song's hypnotic groove while showcasing the band's improvisational prowess, making it a centerpiece of their live experience.
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People-Vultures — This track combines heavy riffs and intricate rhythms, creating an intense atmosphere that exemplifies the band's signature blend of chaos and melody.
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Mars for the Rich — Performed with a palpable urgency, this song critiques societal issues through its driving beat and engaging lyrics, highlighting the band's thought-provoking themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively captures the energy of a live performance while blending varied tempos and improvisation.
What we noticed
- The album features a continuous flow of tracks with no breaks, creating an immersive live experience.
- The performance captures audience interaction, with moments of crowd engagement woven into the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- frenetic live energy bursts
- dynamic two-half listening journey
- wave-like pacing throughout
- engaging extended improvisational moments
- raw performance captures spontaneity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer polished studio recordings
- dislike lengthy jam sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Captures live energy but is not a primary entry point for new listeners.
- Themes
- Asheville energy· hypnotic grooves· societal critique
- Career context
- Released on October 1, 2020, 'Live in Asheville '19' arrives during a prolific period for King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, shortly after their ambitious release of five studio albums in 2017. This live album showcases their ability to translate complex studio compositions into electrifying live renditions, solidifying their reputation as a formidable force in modern psychedelic rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ty Segall· Pond· Tame Impala
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Evil Star 2:13
- 2 Self-Immolate 5:31
- 3 Venusian 1 3:24
- 4 Alter Me III 0:56
- 5 Altered Beast IV 4:54
- 6 People-Vultures 5:30
- 7 This Thing 6:10
- 8 Beginner’s Luck 5:36
- 9 Rattlesnake 6:58
- 10 Cyboogie 4:15
Disc 2
- 1 Loyalty 4:23
- 2 Horology 2:48
- 3 Boogieman Sam 7:23
- 4 Plastic Boogie 3:01
- 5 Mars for the Rich 4:13
- 6 Hell 3:55
- 7 The Lord of Lightning 5:39
- 8 The Bitter Boogie 13:15
What to play next
Chunky Shrapnel
2020
Continues the live energy with a mix of studio and live tracks, enhancing the experience.
Live in Brussels '19
2020
Similar live format that captures the band's vibrant performance style.
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