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Volume 6: Black Anvil Ego

The Desert Sessions · 1999

20 min · 5 tracks · Palm Desert Scene

A swirling mix of stoner rock and experimental vibes, drenched in desert mystique and raw energy.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of raw energy
  • intense moments of sonic exploration
  • desert mystique in every track
  • for spontaneous listening
  • captivating twists and turns

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive experiences
  • seek predictable song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1999, 'Volume 6: Black Anvil Ego' is part of The Desert Sessions series, which showcased the collaborative spirit of Josh Homme and friends. At this point, Homme was gaining recognition through his work with Queens of the Stone Age, marking a significant evolution in his artistry.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A#1 3:38
  • 2 Like a Drug 2:24
  • 3 Take Me to Your Leader 4:40
  • 4 Teens of Thailand 5:38
  • 5 Rickshaw 3:45

What to play next

Volumes 7 & 8
Listen next

Volumes 7 & 8

2001
Volume 5: Poetry for the Masses (SeaShedShitheadByTheSheSore)
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Volume 5: Poetry for the Masses (SeaShedShitheadByTheSheSore)

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