L.W.
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard · 2021
42 min · 9 tracks · psychedelic rock
A sprawling yet intimate blend of psychedelic textures and garage rock energy, inviting listeners on a mind-bending journey.
Top tracks — play these first
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If Not Now, Then When? — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its hypnotic rhythm and contemplative lyrics, immediately drawing listeners into the record's thematic exploration of time and existence.
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Static Electricity — This track stands out with its dynamic shifts between serene passages and frenetic bursts of sound, embodying the album's tension between tranquility and chaos.
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K.G.L.W. — Closing the album, this lengthy track encapsulates its overarching themes while showcasing the band's improvisational prowess, leaving a lasting impression with its expansive soundscape.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong compositional choices and unique sound while maintaining a cohesive yet experimental approach.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a track that gradually builds in intensity, layering instruments and vocals to create a dense soundscape.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as moving from a slow groove to an energetic climax within the same song.
- The use of unconventional song structures is prevalent, with some tracks lacking traditional verses and choruses, opting instead for extended instrumental sections.
- 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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6/10
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
- steady flow with dynamic peaks
- psychedelic explorations for curious minds
- inviting headphone detail hunting
- engaging soundscapes for deep focus
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer single tracks over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Continues the band's prolific output, showcasing their evolving sound and commercial success.
- Career context
- Released in early 2021, L.W. follows King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard's prolific output during the previous year, which included their ambitious album K.G. This release further solidified their reputation for genre-blurring experimentation as they continued to explore complex musical landscapes after achieving significant critical acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ty Segall· Pond· Tame Impala
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Supreme Ascendancy
The shift from collective uncertainty to a confident declaration of purpose marks a pivotal moment in the song's narrative arc.
This transition underscores a thematic evolution within the album, reflecting both personal growth and broader existential questions.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 If Not Now, Then When? 3:50
- 2 O.N.E. 3:40
- 3 Pleura 4:11
- 4 Supreme Ascendancy 3:39
- 5 Static Electricity 5:49
- 6 East West Link 3:08
- 7 Ataraxia 5:17
- 8 See Me 4:04
- 9 K.G.L.W. 8:28
What to play next
Butterfly 3000
2021
Continues the psychedelic exploration with a more refined and airy sound.
Flying Microtonal Banana
2017
Sets the stage with unique textures and microtonal elements that resonate with L.W.
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