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The Silver Cord

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard · 2023

88 min · 7 tracks · psychedelic rock · garage rock · stoner rock

A sprawling odyssey of hypnotic rhythms and cosmic melodies, inviting listeners to explore deep sonic landscapes.

Why this album works

With its unique extended mixes, 'The Silver Cord' has been praised for pushing the boundaries of psychedelic and stoner rock. It has garnered attention for its innovative approach to song structure and has positioned King Gizzard at the forefront of modern experimental rock, contributing to their growing influence in the music scene.
Best for
hypnotic rhythms for deep exploration gradual builds leading to climax extended tracks for patient listeners
Context
Released in 2023, 'The Silver Cord' is the latest offering from King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, following their ambitious 2022 album cycle. This album showcases the band's continued evolution into extended compositions, further solidifying their reputation for genre-blurring experimentation after a prolific phase of releases that included seven albums in 2017 alone.
Stylistic neighbors
Kadavar· Nebula· Arctic Monkeys

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Theia (extended mix) Standout 20:41
  • 2 The Silver Cord (extended mix) 12:45
  • 3 Set (extended mix) 10:18

Disc 2

  • 1 Chang’e (extended mix) 10:46
  • 2 Gilgamesh (extended mix) Standout 11:16
  • 3 Swan Song (extended mix) 10:29
  • 4 Extinction (extended mix) Standout 12:29

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