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Mastermind

Monster Magnet · 2010

66 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · stoner rock

A cosmic blend of hard rock riffs and psychedelic undertones channeling a gritty, adventurous spirit.

Mastermind is an album by Monster Magnet, released in 2010. A cosmic blend of hard rock riffs and psychedelic undertones channeling a gritty, adventurous spirit. 'Mastermind' received positive reviews, with many critics noting its strong songwriting and energetic performances. The album peaked at number 45 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, showcasing its appeal within the hard rock scene despite not achieving mainstream crossover success. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mastermind sound like?

A cosmic blend of hard rock riffs and psychedelic undertones channeling a gritty, adventurous spirit. Rooted in hard rock and stoner rock.

What makes Mastermind by Monster Magnet notable?

'Mastermind' received positive reviews, with many critics noting its strong songwriting and energetic performances. The album peaked at number 45 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, showcasing its appeal within the hard rock scene despite not achieving mainstream crossover success. Released in 2010, 'Mastermind' is Monster Magnet's seventh studio album, following their 2004 release 'Monolithic Baby!'. At this point in their career, the band was aiming to reinvigorate their sound after a series of lineup changes and fluctuating commercial success. The album marked a return to form for frontman Dave Wyndorf, who sought to embrace the band's stoner rock roots while exploring new sonic territories.

How many songs are on Mastermind?

Mastermind has 14 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·66:29

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hallucination Bomb Standout 5:27
  • 2 Bored With Sorcery Standout 4:02
  • 3 Dig That Hole 5:34
  • 4 Gods and Punks 5:31
  • 5 The Titan Who Cried Like a Baby 3:36
  • 6 Mastermind 5:08
  • 7 100 Million Miles Standout 5:01
  • 8 Perish in Fire 4:42
  • 9 Time Machine 5:30
  • 10 When the Planes Fall From the Sky 5:46
  • 11 Ghost Story 5:20
  • 12 All Outta Nothin 4:28
  • 13 Watch Me Fade 3:05
  • 14 Fuzz Pig 3:13

Release Date

January 1, 2010

Genre

hard rock, stoner rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

66 min 29 sec