Yo! I Killed Your God
Marc Ribot · 1999
72 min · 14 tracks · experimental music
A genre-defying blend of punk energy and jazz sophistication that challenges conventional boundaries.
Top tracks — play these first
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Yo! I Killed Your God — The title track encapsulates the album's rebellious spirit with its provocative lyrics and frenetic instrumentation, serving as a rallying cry against conformity.
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Human Sacrifice — This track stands out for its haunting melodies and complex rhythms, reflecting Ribot's ability to weave narrative depth into unconventional song structures.
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Change Has Come — With its intricate layering of sounds and thought-provoking themes, this track exemplifies Ribot's talent for merging emotional resonance with avant-garde musicality.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- frenetic bursts of sonic chaos
- short tracks for quick engagement
- late-night deep listening sessions
- emotional exploration through dissonance
Maybe skip if you
- prefer predictable song structures
- seek melodic simplicity and ease
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Yo! I Killed Your God marks Marc Ribot's exploration of diverse musical styles amidst his prolific career as a guitarist and composer. Following his work with Tom Waits and the avant-garde ensemble Ceramic Dog, this album showcases Ribot's unique ability to fuse genres while navigating his artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Zorn· Bill Frisell· Nels Cline
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Fall to Pieces 0:47
- 2 Yo! I Killed Your God 2:58
- 3 Human Sacrifice 10:03
- 4 The Wind Cries Mary 6:36
- 5 Softly as in a Morning Sunrise 5:34
- 6 Fourth World 8:18
- 7 Requiem for What's His Name 5:09
- 8 Somebody in My Home 3:10
- 9 Clever White Youths With Attitude 2:31
- 10 Expressionless 1:49
- 11 Jamon con Yuca 4:12
- 12 Pulse 8:08
- 13 Change Has Come 9:07
- 14 Mon Petit Punk 4:16
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