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The Day They Shot a Hole in the Jesus Egg

The Flaming Lips · 2002

139 min · 33 tracks · alternative rock · space rock

A surreal blend of space rock and experimental sounds layered with whimsical lyrics and haunting melodies.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • whimsical surrealism throughout tracks
  • immersive headphone experience
  • explorative listening journey
  • cathartic emotional releases

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification music

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Experimental — Features ambitious soundscapes and a departure from established styles.
Themes
spiritual surrealism· whimsical faith
Career context
By 2002, The Flaming Lips had already established themselves as pioneers of alternative rock with their previous album, 'The Soft Bulletin', which was released in 1999. 'The Day They Shot a Hole in the Jesus Egg' followed during their artistic peak, showcasing their continued evolution into more abstract and experimental territory while continuing to gain critical acclaim.
Stylistic neighbors
Animal Collective· Tame Impala· MGMT
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Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots — Continues the experimental sound with whimsical elements and rich melodies.
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Odelay by Beck — Marries whimsical lyrics with eclectic sounds, creating a playful yet introspective listening experience.
De-Loused in the Comatorium by The Mars Volta — Combines surreal storytelling with complex arrangements and an experimental approach, mirroring thematic depth.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Shine On Sweet Jesus".

Disc 1

  • 1 Shine On Sweet Jesus Start here 4:27
  • 2 Unconsciously Screamin’ 3:52
  • 3 Rainin’ Babies 4:28
  • 4 Take Meta Mars 3:13
  • 5 Five Stop Mother Superior Rain 6:19
  • 6 Stand in Line 4:36
  • 7 God Walks Among Us Now 4:52
  • 8 There You Are 4:31
  • 9 Mountain Side 6:36
  • 10 (What a) Wonderful World 3:41
  • 11 Lucifer Rising 3:35
  • 12 Ma, I Didn’t Notice 8:10
  • 13 Let Me Be It 5:32
  • 14 Drug Machine 2:53
  • 15 Strychnine / Peace, Love and Understanding 3:59

Disc 2

  • 1 Take Meta Mars 2:45
  • 2 Mountain Side 3:14
  • 3 There You Are 3:41
  • 4 Five Stop Mother Superior Rain 3:05
  • 5 Rainin’ Babies 2:30
  • 6 Unconsciously Screamin’ 3:18
  • 7 Stand in Line 4:12
  • 8 God’s a Wheeler Dealer 2:43
  • 9 Agonizing 3:26
  • 10 One Shot 2:52
  • 11 Cold Day 2:44
  • 12 Jam 1:06
  • 13 She’s Gone Mad 9:15
  • 14 Golden Hearse 3:55
  • 15 Unconsciously Screamin’ 3:53
  • 16 Stand in Line 6:34
  • 17 I Want to Kill My Brother; The Cymbal Head 3:38
  • 18 Five Stop Mother Superior Rain 6:05

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This album is considered a Experimental in The Flaming Lips's catalog. Features ambitious soundscapes and a departure from established styles.

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