Singles
Red Krayola · 2004
75 min · 21 tracks · psychedelic rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-garde pop and psychedelic rock, laced with experimental textures and playful lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Woof — The opening track sets the tone with its playful instrumentation and whimsical lyrics that encapsulate the album's spirit of experimentation.
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Born in Flames — This track features a compelling fusion of complex rhythms and haunting melodies, reflecting the band's artistic depth and lyrical abstraction.
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Micro-Chips & Fish — With its intricate structure and surreal imagery, this song exemplifies Red Krayola's unique approach to songwriting and sonic exploration.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful experimentation with sounds
- short bursts of whimsical energy
- live recordings capturing spontaneity
- kaleidoscopic auditory exploration
- varied tempos keeping engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- want polished, radio-friendly tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, Singles marks Red Krayola's first album in nearly a decade since their last studio effort, 1996's Fingerpainting. By this time, the band had long been regarded as pioneers in the underground music scene, known for their unconventional approach and collaborations with various artists. This album showcases their continued evolution, blending live recordings with studio tracks that reflect their eclectic style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Velvet Underground· Captain Beefheart· Pere Ubu
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Woof 5:03
- 2 Old Tom Clark 4:03
- 3 Pig Ankle Strut 2:40
- 4 Wives in Orbit (live) 3:00
- 5 Yik Yak (live) 4:12
- 6 Micro-Chips & Fish 6:16
- 7 The Story So Far 6:06
- 8 Born in Flames 3:33
- 9 The Sword of God 3:03
- 10 An Old Man's Dream 2:26
- 11 The Milkmaid 1:58
- 12 Rattenmensch: Gewichswachter 2:46
- 13 Zukunftsflieger 4:25
- 14 The Red Crayola on Forty-Five (Think, Our Guitars Are Hot, Money) 3:46
- 15 Your Body Is Hot 3:17
- 16 4Teen 3:25
- 17 Stink Program 3:09
- 18 Chemistry 2:33
- 19 Farewell to Arms 2:55
- 20 Come on Down 4:36
- 21 Still de Grain Brun (radio edit) 2:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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