The Flaming Lips and Heady Fwends
The Flaming Lips · 2012
67 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · space rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of experimental sounds and whimsical lyrics that defy traditional structure.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its collaborative nature, featuring contributions from artists like Nick Cave and Erykah Badu. It received positive reviews for its creativity and was part of a larger trend of experimental rock music during the early 2010s, further solidifying The Flaming Lips' status as innovators in the genre.
- Best for
- kaleidoscopic sound exploration dynamic journey with peaks whimsical lyrics for playfulness
- Context
- Released in early 2012, 'The Flaming Lips and Heady Fwends' follows the band's acclaimed album 'Embryonic' from 2009. At this point in their career, The Flaming Lips were known for their avant-garde style and willingness to collaborate with a diverse range of artists, showcasing their continued artistic evolution.
- 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 2012… You Must Be Upgraded Standout 4:11
- 2 Ashes in the Air 6:13
- 3 Helping the Retarded to Know God 7:03
- 4 Supermoon Made Me Want to Pee 3:17
- 5 Children of the Moon 5:32
- 6 That Ain’t My Trip 3:47
- 7 You, Man? Human??? 3:34
- 8 I’m Working at NASA on Acid Standout 7:59
- 9 Do It! 3:28
- 10 Is David Bowie Dying? Standout 6:38
- 11 The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face 10:05
- 12 Girl, You’re So Weird 3:23
- 13 Tasered and Maced 2:43
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