Telepathic Surgery
The Flaming Lips · 1989
64 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · space rock
A chaotic blend of experimental sounds and lo-fi aesthetics that capture the essence of late '80s alternative rock.
Why this album works
'Telepathic Surgery' is significant for its influence on the burgeoning alternative rock scene of the late '80s, showcasing a raw, unpolished sound that resonated with underground audiences. The album did not achieve commercial success but garnered critical acclaim for its innovative approach, contributing to the band's cult following and paving the way for their later success with albums like 'The Soft Bulletin.'
- Career context
- Released on January 3, 1989, 'Telepathic Surgery' was The Flaming Lips' third studio album, coming after their critically acclaimed 'Oh My Gawd!!!' This album represents a pivotal moment in their career as they began to embrace more avant-garde and experimental elements, departing from traditional song structures and moving towards the psychedelic soundscapes that would define their future work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Neil Young· Moby· Beck· Tori Amos· Linkin Park· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Drug Machine in Heaven Standout 2:12
- 2 Right Now 3:57
- 3 Michael, Time to Wake Up 0:29
- 4 Chrome Plated Suicide Standout 5:43
- 5 Hari‐Krishna Stomp Wagon (Fuck Led Zeppelin) 3:42
- 6 Miracle on 42nd Street 2:56
- 7 Fryin’ Up 2:44
- 8 Hell’s Angels Cracker Factory Standout 23:10
- 9 U.F.O. Story 6:40
- 10 Redneck School of Technology 2:56
- 11 Shaved Gorilla 2:55
- 12 The Spontaneous Combustion of John 0:53
- 13 The Last Drop of Morning Dew 1:58
- 14 Begs and Achin’ 4:15
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