What makes Tumuli Shroomaroom by Acrimony notable?

The album garnered a cult following and helped define the UK stoner rock sound of the late '90s. It received favorable reviews from several publications, reflecting its influence on both peers and subsequent generations of heavy rock artists. Released in 1997, Tumuli Shroomaroom is Acrimony's second studio album, following their debut, The Kingdom of Dreams. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the stoner rock genre, building on the groundwork laid by their previous release and gaining traction in the underground music scene.

How many songs are on Tumuli Shroomaroom?

Tumuli Shroomaroom has 9 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Tumuli Shroomaroom

Acrimony · 1997

65 min · 9 tracks · stoner rock

A dense tapestry of heavy riffs and ethereal melodies, creating an immersive stoner rock experience that lingers in the mind.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hymns to the Stone — Opening with atmospheric depth, this track sets a haunting tone for the album, showcasing both heavy instrumentals and introspective lyrical themes.
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Motherslug (The Mother of All Slugs) — Clocking in at over eleven minutes, this track exemplifies Acrimony's ability to blend intricate dynamics with powerful riffs, creating a mesmerizing journey.
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Firedance — As the longest track on the album, it encapsulates the band's experimental spirit while juxtaposing heavy grooves with expansive soundscapes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100

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Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album combines heavy riffs with atmospheric elements, establishing a solid identity in the stoner rock genre.

What we noticed

The album features lengthy tracks, with several exceeding six minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages and gradual build-ups.
Riffs are layered with effects, creating a dense soundscape that often shifts between heavy and ethereal sections.
Vocal delivery is often harmonized, blending seamlessly with the instrumentation rather than standing out as a separate element.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Hymns to the Stone 9:07
2 Million Year Summer 4:49
3 Turn the Page 1:45
4 Vŷ 5:59
5 Find the Path 4:07
6 The Bud Song 4:57
7 Motherslug (The Mother of All Slugs) 11:05
8 Heavy Feather 9:59
9 Firedance 13:17

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