The Shores of Molokai cover

The Shores of Molokai

Buckethead · 2012

31 min · 11 tracks · funk · hard rock · progressive metal

A tranquil yet haunting soundscape blending ethereal melodies with ambient textures and unexpected stylistic shifts.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • tranquil soundscapes for relaxation
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • ethereal melodies for introspection
  • unexpected shifts that intrigue

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'The Shores of Molokai' was released in 2012, Buckethead had established himself as a prolific artist with over 30 albums to his name. This album came during a period marked by a focus on more introspective and serene soundscapes, following the heavier tones of previous works like 'Shadows Between the Sky'.
Stylistic neighbors
Joe Satriani· Steve Vai· Frank Zappa

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro 0:48
  • 2 The Shores of Molokai 4:18
  • 3 The 5 Masters of Decapitation 3:57
  • 4 Henry’s New Home 2:15
  • 5 Counter Clockwise 2:22
  • 6 Stumps on Stilts 2:57
  • 7 Mannequins Are My Friend 2:12
  • 8 Smile Without a Face 2:54
  • 9 Hatchet 4:54
  • 10 Thermal Exhaust Port 2:35
  • 11 Melting Man 2:31

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