Spiders in the Rain
Wand · 2022
71 min · 9 tracks · psychedelic rock
A sprawling exploration of psychedelic soundscapes captured live, weaving between ethereal melodies and immersive jams.
Top tracks — play these first
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White Cat (Live) — Clocking in at over twenty minutes, this track encapsulates Wand's improvisational prowess, blending intricate guitar work with hypnotic rhythms that evolve throughout the performance.
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Evening Star (Live) — This track stands out for its hauntingly beautiful melodies and dynamic shifts, showcasing the band's ability to balance tension and release in a live setting.
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Self Hypnosis (Live) — With its entrancing groove and layered instrumentation, this song highlights Wand's skill in creating immersive atmospheres that invite listener engagement.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures Wand's live energy with immersive jams and smooth transitions, making it rewarding on repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The album features extended jam sections that often exceed five minutes, allowing for improvisation and exploration of themes.
- Each track transitions smoothly into the next, creating a continuous flow that enhances the live experience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- hypnotic rhythmic explorations
- dreamlike atmospheric soundscapes
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Spiders in the Rain marks Wand's first live album, released in late 2022 following their critically acclaimed studio album, 2021's 'Pretty Teeth'. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation for dynamic performances and expansive musical experimentation, showcasing their evolution as a live act.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ty Segall· Pond· King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hare (Live) 4:40
- 2 Wonder (Live) 6:17
- 3 Plum (Live) 6:31
- 4 White Cat (Live) 20:30
- 5 Evening Star (Live) 6:56
- 6 Blue Cloud (Live) 11:43
- 7 The Gift (Live) 4:58
- 8 Self Hypnosis (Live) 4:58
- 9 Melted Rope (Live) 5:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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