The King & Eye
The Residents · 1989
52 min · 21 tracks
A surreal reimagining of rock and roll classics through avant-garde soundscapes and theatrical performance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical reinterpretations of classics
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- playful surrealism throughout tracks
- short bursts of creativity
- quirky twists on familiar tunes
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward musical narratives
- seek traditional song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'The King & Eye' was The Residents' first album after a significant lineup change, moving forward from their earlier conceptual works. It showcased their innovative approach to music by blending iconic Elvis Presley songs with their distinct avant-garde style, marking a period of artistic experimentation for the band.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Captain Beefheart· Frank Zappa· Devo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blue Suede Shoes 2:36
- 2 The Baby King, Part 1 1:14
- 3 Don’t Be Cruel 2:58
- 4 Heartbreak Hotel 1:55
- 5 All Shook Up 2:03
- 6 Return to Sender 2:58
- 7 The Baby King, Part 2 1:20
- 8 Teddy Bear 3:20
- 9 Devil in Disguise 2:56
- 10 Stuck on You 2:13
- 11 Big Hunk o’ Love 2:47
- 12 A Fool Such as I 2:33
- 13 The Baby King, Part 3 1:26
- 14 Little Sister 2:55
- 15 His Latest Flame 2:38
- 16 Burning Love 3:04
- 17 Viva Las Vegas 3:09
- 18 The Baby King, Part 4 1:47
- 19 Love Me Tender 4:54
- 20 The Baby King, Part 5 1:06
- 21 Hound Dog 2:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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