PBX Funicular Intaglio Zone cover

PBX Funicular Intaglio Zone

John Frusciante · 2012

36 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock

A kaleidoscopic mix of experimental rock and ambient textures, showcasing Frusciante's distinctive guitar work and introspective songwriting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • introspective moments of reflection
  • kaleidoscopic soundscapes to immerse
  • engaging headphone detail hunting

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy instant hits
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2012, 'PBX Funicular Intaglio Zone' is John Frusciante's fifth solo album, following his departure from the Red Hot Chili Peppers. At this point in his career, he was delving deeper into electronic music and self-production, exploring new soundscapes after years of mainstream success.
Stylistic neighbors
Josh Klinghoffer· James Blake· The Mars Volta

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro/Sabam 2:40
  • 2 Hear Say 3:46
  • 3 Bike 4:24
  • 4 Ratiug 6:25
  • 5 Guitar 2:17
  • 6 Mistakes 3:49
  • 7 Uprane 4:55
  • 8 Sam 4:21
  • 9 Sum 4:18

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