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Megaritual

Omar Rodríguez-López · 2009

39 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock

Experimental soundscapes merge with intricate rhythms, creating a surreal auditory journey through progressive rock territory.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • surreal auditory journey experience
  • immersive detail-focused listening
  • short tracks for quick engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward song structures
  • prefer immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2009, 'Megaritual' is Omar Rodríguez-López's first solo album following his work with The Mars Volta. At this point, he was exploring more avant-garde and instrumental sounds after the band's commercial success with albums like 'Frances the Mute' in 2005. This release marked a significant shift as Rodríguez-López began to carve out a distinct niche for his solo endeavors.
Stylistic neighbors
The Mars Volta· King Crimson· Porcupine Tree

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A Device Imagined to Turn 3:21
  • 2 Screaming Babies Inside Out 3:21
  • 3 At the Push of a Button 3:21
  • 4 Bells at the Slipstream 3:55
  • 5 Good Is Repaid With Evil 2:30
  • 6 Panta Section 6:50
  • 7 Hands Vs. Helix 3:08
  • 8 Dispanec Triage 7:46
  • 9 Dead Hisses to Match Our Own 4:55

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