Strobo Trip
The Flaming Lips · 2011
370 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · space rock
A sprawling sonic journey blending experimental rock with hypnotic rhythms and surreal lyrics.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Continues the band's avant-garde exploration post-'Embryonic', challenging song structures.
- Themes
- surreal soundscapes· meditative journeys
- Career context
- Released in 2011, 'Strobo Trip' came after The Flaming Lips' acclaimed album 'Embryonic' (2009), marking a continued exploration of avant-garde soundscapes. At this point, the band was well-established as pioneers in alternative and space rock, consistently pushing the boundaries of their musical identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Animal Collective· Tame Impala· MGMT
- If this clicks, go next to
- The Terror — Continues the experimental sound with darker themes and rich textures.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Lonerism by Tame Impala — Explores similar psychedelic textures and introspective lyrics, creating dreamy soundscapes.Congratulations by MGMT — Shares a surreal and experimental approach to alternative rock with hypnotic rhythms.Merriweather Post Pavilion by Animal Collective — Features expansive sonic journeys with layered harmonies and abstract themes that evoke meditation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Butterfly, How Long It Takes to Die 6:37
- 2 6 Hour Song (Found a Star on the Ground) 6:00:00
- 3 Evil Minds 4:00
What to play next
This album is considered a Experimental in The Flaming Lips's catalog. Continues the band's avant-garde exploration post-'Embryonic', challenging song structures.
The Terror
2013
Continues the experimental sound with darker themes and rich textures.
Embryonic
2009
Sets the stage with a similarly experimental approach and sonic exploration.
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