Polygondwanaland
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard · 2017
43 min · 10 tracks · psychedelic rock · garage rock · stoner rock
A sprawling, immersive journey through intricate melodies and hypnotic rhythms that showcase the band's psychedelic prowess.
Why this album works
'Polygondwanaland' stands out not only for its unique approach to composition—being the first album released under a pay-what-you-want model—but also for its critical acclaim, with numerous publications praising its ambitious structure. The album has influenced various artists within the psychedelic rock genre and is often cited by fans as a quintessential example of the band’s experimental ethos.
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs layered dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released on November 17, 2017, 'Polygondwanaland' is King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard's fourteenth studio album, following their prolific release of five albums in 2017 alone. This period marked the band’s experimental peak as they explored diverse musical styles while solidifying their reputation for innovation in the modern psych-rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kadavar· Nebula· Arctic Monkeys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crumbling Castle Standout 10:44
- 2 Polygondwanaland 3:32
- 3 The Castle in the Air 2:47
- 4 Deserted Dunes Welcome Weary Feet Standout 3:33
- 5 Inner Cell Standout 3:55
- 6 Loyalty 3:38
- 7 Horology 2:52
- 8 Tetrachromacy 3:30
- 9 Searching… 3:03
- 10 The Fourth Colour 6:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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