Shrek
Marc Ribot · 1994
60 min · 10 tracks · experimental music
A chaotic blend of avant-garde guitar textures and unconventional vocalizations challenges the boundaries of experimental music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Forth World — This track exemplifies Ribot's ability to blend dissonance with melody, creating an immersive soundscape that reflects the album's overarching themes.
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Hoist the Bloody Icon High — The song stands out due to its complex rhythms and layered instrumentation, encapsulating the raw energy and spontaneity present throughout the album.
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Human Sacrifice — With its lengthy exploration of dark themes and intricate arrangements, this track serves as a centerpiece that highlights Ribot's experimental ethos and compositional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- improvisational flair and spontaneity
- exploratory soundscapes for deep listening
- dynamic shifts in emotional tone
- challenging norms with avant-garde textures
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, catchy tunes
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Upon releasing 'Shrek' in 1994, Marc Ribot was emerging from his work as a sought-after session guitarist and collaborator, having gained recognition for his contributions to artists like Tom Waits. This album marked his first venture into a solo project, showcasing his eclectic approach to sound and composition while establishing his identity as a solo artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Zorn· Bill Frisell· Nels Cline
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prelude 1:17
- 2 Spigot 4:57
- 3 Forth World 7:53
- 4 Romance 6:28
- 5 Hoist the Bloody Icon High 4:40
- 6 Half Ass Whole 3:43
- 7 Big Money 4:45
- 8 Shrek 6:17
- 9 Human Sacrifice 10:42
- 10 Bells 10:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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