Monkey3

Monkey3

With pulsating grooves and expansive instrumental sections that build tension before releasing into sonic catharsis, Monkey3 crafts a deeply immersive auditory landscape.

progressive rock

Switzerland Est. 2001
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“The Bridge” from 39 Laps

Features a captivating hook that exemplifies their style, making it an engaging introduction for first-time listeners.

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Beyond the Black Sky

Beyond the Black Sky

2011

Features a captivating hook that exemplifies their style, making it an engaging introduction for first-time listeners.
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About Monkey3

Monkey3 matters for their ability to carve out expansive soundscapes that resonate with the psychedelic and progressive rock traditions, while also infusing them with a modern sensibility that speaks to contemporary listeners.
Monkey3 matters for their ability to carve out expansive soundscapes that resonate with the psychedelic and progressive rock traditions, while also infusing them with a modern sensibility that speaks to contemporary listeners. They create an immersive auditory experience that transcends mere listening, inviting audiences into a world where time feels elastic and reality blurs. The band’s approach hinges on the interplay of layered instrumentals and hypnotic rhythms, often eschewing conventional song structures in favor of lengthy instrumental passages that allow for exploration and improvisation. This focus on texture and atmosphere invites listeners to engage with the music on a deeper level, fostering an environment conducive to both introspection and communal experience during live performances. Lyrically, Monkey3 tends to evoke themes of nature, space, and existential reflection, employing a storytelling method that balances impressionistic imagery with moments of stark sincerity. Their tone is often meditative, drawing listeners into contemplative narratives that evoke a sense of journey rather than mere observation.

3 studio albums· 1 decade· Switzerland

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Monkey3's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

3 releases • 3 albums • 2006–2024
Discography may be incomplete (3 of ~7 albums indexed) • 4 missing albums detected
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