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Timothy's Monster

Motorpsycho · 1994

99 min · 15 tracks · progressive rock

A sprawling journey through progressive rock, blending intricate melodies with heavy, psychedelic undertones.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sprawling musical explorations ahead
  • patiently unfolding sonic landscapes
  • cathartic moments of release
  • headphone detail hunting required
  • immersive journey through sound

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1994, 'Timothy's Monster' was Motorpsycho's fifth studio album and marked a significant point in their career as they began to embrace a more experimental sound. Following their previous work, 'Demon Box,' this album showcases their evolution into complex arrangements and diverse influences, establishing them as innovators in the Norwegian rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Mars Volta· Porcupine Tree· Opeth

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Feel 3:26
  • 2 Trapdoor 4:22
  • 3 Leave It Like That 3:33
  • 4 A Shrug & a Fistful 3:14
  • 5 Kill Some Day 6:53
  • 6 On My Pillow 7:21
  • 7 Beautiful Sister 4:11
  • 8 Wearing Yr Smell 3:35
  • 9 Now It's Time to Skate 4:58
  • 10 Giftland 10:20
  • 11 Watersound 5:11

Disc 2

  • 1 The Wheel 16:57
  • 2 Sungravy 4:36
  • 3 Grindstone 7:17
  • 4 The Golden Core 12:59

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