Is The Terror a good place to start with The Flaming Lips?

Yes, The Terror is recommended as a starting point for new The Flaming Lips listeners. A haunting sonic exploration filled with atmospheric textures and existential musings that challenge the listener's psyche. 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.

Who is The Terror for?

The Terror works well if you're into haunting soundscapes for introspection, wave-like pacing with emotional depth and dynamic exploration of existential themes.

How many songs are on The Terror?

The Terror has 11 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.

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.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

haunting soundscapes for introspection
wave-like pacing with emotional depth
dynamic exploration of existential themes
thought-provoking atmosphere for solitude

Maybe skip if you want

seeking immediate gratification
prefer upbeat, catchy tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Features a haunting sonic exploration, marking a departure from their previous sound.
Themes: cosmic despair· immersive longing
Career 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: Animal Collective· Tame Impala· MGMT
If this clicks, go next to: Oczy Mlody — Continues the atmospheric exploration with new sonic textures and themes.
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Kid A by Radiohead — Shares a similar existential exploration with atmospheric soundscapes and abstract lyrical themes.

( ) by Sigur Rós — Offers immersive textures and cosmic themes of longing, creating an ethereal listening experience.

Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space by Spiritualized — Combines haunting atmospheres and themes of despair with a lush, expansive sonic palette.

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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Look... The Sun Is Rising".

Disc 1

1 Look... The Sun Is Rising Start here 5:12
2 Be Free, a Way 5:13
3 Try to Explain 5:00
4 You Lust 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 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

What to play next

This album is considered a Experimental in The Flaming Lips's catalog. Features a haunting sonic exploration, marking a departure from their previous sound.

Listen next

Oczy Mlody

2017

Continues the atmospheric exploration with new sonic textures and themes.

Go back to

Embryonic

2009

Sets the stage with a similar experimental vibe and complex soundscapes.

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