Released 30 years ago
Trip Reset
Genesis P-Orridge · 1996
77 min · 11 tracks · electronic music
A surreal exploration of sound, blending ambient textures with rhythmic pulses and haunting vocals that push the boundaries of genre.
Top tracks — play these first
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Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun — This reinterpretation of Pink Floyd's classic showcases P-Orridge's ability to merge psychedelic rock influences with avant-garde experimentation, creating an atmospheric and hypnotic experience.
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Mother Jack (A Children's Story) — This track stands out for its unsettling yet whimsical narrative style, blending childlike themes with darker undertones, encapsulating P-Orridge's unique storytelling approach.
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A Star Too Far (Lullaby for Syd Barrett) — Paying tribute to Syd Barrett, this piece combines ethereal melodies with poignant lyricism, reflecting on loss and nostalgia while showcasing P-Orridge's lyrical depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- immersive soundscapes for deep listening
- haunting vocals evoke introspective moods
- experimental textures for open-minded exploration
- narrative storytelling through abstract sounds
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Trip Reset marked Genesis P-Orridge's return to solo work following their time with the influential group Throbbing Gristle. This album reflects a transitional phase in P-Orridge's career, moving into deeper experimental territories while embracing both electronic and avant-garde elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Throbbing Gristle· Cabaret Voltaire· SPK
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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A Star Too Far (Lullaby for Syd Barrett)
The lyrics shift from reflection to direct address, evoking a sense of longing intertwined with reverence.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The La La Song 4:14
- 2 Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun 10:12
- 3 I Believe What You Said 6:41
- 4 Mother Jack (A Children's Story) 4:19
- 5 Wrongs of Spring 8:49
- 6 Lady Maybe 9:00
- 7 White Sky 5:18
- 8 Black Cat 6:05
- 9 A Star Too Far (Lullaby for Syd Barrett) 7:41
- 10 Suspicious (West Coast Experimental Pop Art mix) 7:26
- 11 Firewoman (Exhuma Exhortation) 7:57
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