Roadworms: The Berlin Sessions
The Residents · 2000
52 min · 11 tracks
A surreal soundscape where avant-garde experimentation meets a theatrical narrative style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical narratives that unfold
- surreal soundscapes for immersion
- gradual buildup to intense climax
- engaging storytelling through sound
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, catchy tunes
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time of 'Roadworms: The Berlin Sessions,' The Residents were well into their experimental career, having released over a dozen albums since their debut in 1972. This album followed the 1998 release of 'The Gingerbread Man' and showcased their ongoing commitment to innovative sound and performance art, further solidifying their unique place in the underground music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Captain Beefheart· Frank Zappa· Devo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Un-American Band 2:59
- 2 How to Get a Head.Road 5:20
- 3 Hanging by His Hair.Road 3:28
- 4 God’s Magic Finger.Road 3:20
- 5 Tent Peg in the Temple.Road 4:09
- 6 Fire Fall.Road 5:34
- 7 Cain and Abel.Road 4:15
- 8 Dinah and the Unclean Skin.Road 4:04
- 9 Abraham.Road 6:44
- 10 Burn Baby Burn.Road 3:42
- 11 Judas Saves.Road 8:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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