Power of Three
Fatso Jetson · 1997
48 min · 12 tracks · stoner rock
Heavy, psychedelic riffs intertwine with experimental grooves, creating a stoner rock soundscape that feels both wild and introspective.
Top tracks — play these first
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Builders and Collectors — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its driving rhythms and catchy hooks, showcasing the band's ability to merge heaviness with melody.
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El Taurino — Featuring a dynamic blend of intricate guitar work and heavy bass lines, this song exemplifies the band's unique sound while maintaining an infectious groove.
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Handgun — This track stands out with its dark lyrical themes and haunting instrumentation, reflecting the band's ability to convey depth through their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy riffs with experimental elements, establishing a solid identity within its genre.
What we noticed
- The use of layered vocal harmonies contrasts with the gritty instrumentation, enhancing the psychedelic feel of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove exploration
- gritty surreal lyrical imagery
- consistent flow for focused listening
- a soundtrack for late-night musings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Power of Three is Fatso Jetson's third studio album, following their 1994 release, Stinky. By this time, the band was solidifying their identity within the stoner rock genre and gaining recognition in the underground music scene. Released in 1997, this album also marked a continued evolution of their sound as they embraced more eclectic influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kyuss· Queens of the Stone Age· Monster Magnet
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Builders and Collectors 4:27
- 2 Ugly Man, Ugly Name 4:12
- 3 Mummified 3:32
- 4 Orgy Porgy 4:11
- 5 El Taurino 4:26
- 6 Phil the Hole 6:12
- 7 Phantom of the Opry 3:55
- 8 Handgun 4:36
- 9 Sandy and the Clockfarmer 3:28
- 10 Bored Stiff 3:36
- 11 Itchy Brother 3:59
- 12 Drone Pills 2:10
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