What makes Sketches of Brunswick East by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard notable?

The album received critical acclaim, with a focus on its innovative approach to songwriting and its improvisational spirit. It was noted for pushing the boundaries of the band's sound and contributed to their growing reputation as one of the most versatile bands in contemporary rock music. By the time 'Sketches of Brunswick East' was released in 2017, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard had already established themselves as prolific artists, having released four albums in 2017 alone. This album followed their widely acclaimed release 'Flying Microtonal Banana' and showcased a more exploratory and jazzy sound, diverging from their heavier garage rock roots.

Who is Sketches of Brunswick East for?

Sketches of Brunswick East works well if you're into laid-back grooves for relaxation, steady flow with interludes and for casual afternoons.

How many songs are on Sketches of Brunswick East?

Sketches of Brunswick East has 13 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Sketches of Brunswick East

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard · 2017

37 min · 13 tracks · psychedelic rock

A seamless blend of laid-back grooves and psychedelic textures that invites listeners into a sun-soaked, dreamlike atmosphere.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Countdown — This track exemplifies the album's relaxed vibe with its breezy instrumentation and catchy melodies, creating a perfect gateway into the record's overall feel.
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Tezeta — Blending intricate guitar work with soulful rhythms, this track highlights the band's ability to fuse diverse influences while maintaining a cohesive sound.
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Dusk to Dawn on Lygon Street — With its reflective lyrics and mellow instrumentation, this song encapsulates the album's essence of wandering through urban landscapes at twilight.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

73 /100

Alpine

Higher than 96% of albums we've rated

The album's seamless flow and improvisational spirit create a unique listening experience within the psychedelic rock genre.

What we noticed

The album features extended instrumental sections that allow for improvisation, particularly in tracks like 'Tezeta' and 'Dusk to Dawn on Lygon Street'.
Several tracks blend seamlessly into one another, creating a continuous flow rather than distinct separations.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 9/10

Influence 4/10

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

laid-back grooves for relaxation
steady flow with interludes
for casual afternoons
explorative soundscapes to unwind

Maybe skip if you

seeks high-energy intensity
prefers longer, epic tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — It represents a departure with its improvisational spirit and unique sound.
Career context: By the time 'Sketches of Brunswick East' was released in 2017, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard had already established themselves as prolific artists, having released four albums in 2017 alone. This album followed their widely acclaimed release 'Flying Microtonal Banana' and showcased a more exploratory and jazzy sound, diverging from their heavier garage rock roots.
Stylistic neighbors: Ty Segall· Pond· Tame Impala