The Residents Radio Special
The Residents · 1979
74 min · 12 tracks
An experimental soundscape blending avant-garde composition with surreal storytelling and eclectic instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- surreal storytelling immersion
- extended tracks for deep focus
- eclectic instrumentation exploration
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek quick, catchy tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1979, 'The Residents Radio Special' was a significant moment for the band as it followed their breakthrough album 'Eskimo'. At this point, The Residents were solidifying their reputation for avant-garde art and music, pushing boundaries in both sound and presentation. This album exemplifies their experimental ethos during a prolific phase of creativity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Captain Beefheart· Frank Zappa· Devo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Part 1 12:30
- 2 Part 2 12:48
- 3 Part 3 13:05
- 4 Part 4 13:01
- 5 Monstrous Intro 0:42
- 6 Death in Barstow 2:06
- 7 Beyond the Valley of a Day in the Life 3:56
- 8 Flying 3:26
- 9 King Kong 4:04
- 10 Whoopy Snorp 3:46
- 11 Melon Collie Lassie 2:56
- 12 Kamikazi Lady 1:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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