Parable of Arable Land
Red Krayola · 1967
43 min · 5 tracks · psychedelic rock
A chaotic tapestry of experimental sounds that defy traditional song structures and embrace avant-garde influences.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with surprises dynamic exploration of themes immersive experience for adventurous listeners
- Context
- Released in 1967, 'Parable of Arable Land' was Red Krayola's debut album, marking the band's entry into the burgeoning psychedelic rock scene. At this point, they were still exploring their identity, having previously performed under different names and styles, which culminated in this avant-garde project.
- If you like
- psychedelic rock
Parable of Arable Land is an album by Red Krayola, released in 1967. A chaotic tapestry of experimental sounds that defy traditional song structures and embrace avant-garde influences. This album is significant for its early embrace of non-conventional song formats within the psychedelic genre, influencing subsequent artists in experimental music. It received critical attention for its radical approach to sound and structure, paving the way for more avant-garde exploration in rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Parable of Arable Land sound like?
A chaotic tapestry of experimental sounds that defy traditional song structures and embrace avant-garde influences. Rooted in psychedelic rock.
What makes Parable of Arable Land by Red Krayola notable?
This album is significant for its early embrace of non-conventional song formats within the psychedelic genre, influencing subsequent artists in experimental music. It received critical attention for its radical approach to sound and structure, paving the way for more avant-garde exploration in rock music. Released in 1967, 'Parable of Arable Land' was Red Krayola's debut album, marking the band's entry into the burgeoning psychedelic rock scene. At this point, they were still exploring their identity, having previously performed under different names and styles, which culminated in this avant-garde project.
Who is Parable of Arable Land for?
Parable of Arable Land works well if you're into wave-like pacing with surprises, dynamic exploration of themes and immersive experience for adventurous listeners.
How many songs are on Parable of Arable Land?
Parable of Arable Land has 5 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Free Form Freakout / Hurricane Fighter Plane / Free Form Freakout / Transparent Radiation / Free Form Freakout / War Sucks / Free Form Freakout Standout 21:04
- 2 Free Form Freakout / Pink Stainless Tail 8:10
- 3 Parable of Arable Land Standout 3:04
- 4 Free Form Freakout / Former Reflections Enduring Doubt, Part 1 9:14
- 5 Former Reflections Enduring Doubt, Part 2 2:04
Release Date
June 1, 1967
Runtime
43 min 38 sec
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