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Solar Gambling

Omar Rodríguez-López · 2009

34 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock

An experimental fusion of progressive rock and avant-garde soundscapes, rich with intricate rhythms and ethereal melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • rich rhythmic intricacies
  • ethereal melodies for focus
  • short bursts of creativity

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek standalone hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, 'Solar Gambling' was Omar Rodríguez-López's first album after the dissolution of The Mars Volta. This project marked a shift towards his solo work, showcasing his eclectic musical vision while he continued to explore complex sound structures. The album came during a period when Rodríguez-López was deeply involved in multiple projects, solidifying his reputation as a versatile artist.
Stylistic neighbors
The Mars Volta· King Crimson· Porcupine Tree

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Locomoción capilar 3:23
  • 2 Las flores con limón 5:40
  • 3 Colmillo castrado 2:27
  • 4 Un buitre amable me picó 3:09
  • 5 Poincaré 2:24
  • 6 Los tentáculos de la libélula 2:18
  • 7 Miel del ojo 6:01
  • 8 Lorentz 3:36
  • 9 Vasco da Gama 5:22

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