Released 10 years ago
Rejoice! I'm Dead!
Gong · 2016
59 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of whimsical melodies and intricate arrangements that evoke the spirit of progressive rock's golden era.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Rejoice! — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic celebration of life and creativity, featuring expansive instrumentals that showcase the band's improvisational prowess.
-
→
The Unspeakable Stands Revealed — This extended piece exemplifies Gong's ability to blend complex musical structures with philosophical lyrics, creating a compelling journey through sound.
-
→
Model Village — A biting commentary on modern society wrapped in playful instrumentation, this track highlights Gong's knack for merging satire with musical innovation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate arrangements and a blend of styles, though it lacks the cohesive strength of earlier works.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements interspersed with instrumental sections, creating a narrative flow.
- The final track features an extended instrumental outro that gradually fades out, contrasting with the more structured earlier pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
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
- dynamic journey with unexpected peaks
- whimsical melodies for curious minds
- wave-like pacing for deep dives
- immersive experience for attentive listeners
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 1, 2016, Rejoice! I'm Dead! marked Gong's return after a lengthy hiatus since their previous album, 2010's 2032. This album showcases the band's continued evolution in sound while retaining their signature psychedelic essence, aligning with their legacy as pioneers of the progressive rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soft Machine· King Crimson· Can
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Thing That Should Be 3:34
- 2 Rejoice! 10:17
- 3 Kapital 3:21
- 4 Model Village 6:43
- 5 Beatrix 2:54
- 6 Visions 4:29
- 7 The Unspeakable Stands Revealed 11:49
- 8 Through Restless Seas I Come 6:58
- 9 Insert Yr Own Prophecy 9:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.