The Terror
The Flaming Lips · 2013
63 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · space rock
A haunting sonic exploration filled with atmospheric textures and existential musings that challenge the listener's psyche.
Why this album works
'The Terror' was notable for its critical reception, often highlighted in publications like Pitchfork and Rolling Stone for its ambitious soundscapes and thematic depth. It didn't achieve mainstream commercial success but reinforced The Flaming Lips' status as avant-garde pioneers in the alternative music scene, influencing subsequent artists seeking to explore darker narratives.
- Best for
- haunting soundscapes for introspection wave-like pacing with emotional depth dynamic exploration of existential themes
- Context
- By 2013, The Flaming Lips had already established themselves as influential figures in alternative rock, following their critically acclaimed album 'Embryonic' from 2009. 'The Terror' marked a continuation of their experimental approach, delving deeper into themes of isolation and despair. This release came after a period of lineup stability and creative freedom that allowed them to push boundaries further.
- 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.
Disc 1
- 1 Look... The Sun Is Rising Standout 5:12
- 2 Be Free, a Way 5:13
- 3 Try to Explain 5:00
- 4 You Lust Standout 13:02
- 5 The Terror 6:21
- 6 You Are Alone 3:46
- 7 Butterfly, How Long It Takes to Die 7:30
- 8 Turning Violent Standout 4:16
- 9 Always There, in Our Hearts 4:34
Disc 2
- 1 Sun Blows Up Today 3:10
- 2 All You Need Is Love 5:06
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