This week we're discussing Lucro Sucio, the latest album by The Mars Volta. It's been three years since the Volta surprised us with their self-titled reunion album in 2022, and now Lucro Sucio shows the band even less predictable than ever. This easily has some of their most deep and psychedelic production. However, we still have problems with the album as a whole.
Read MoreEpisode 76: The Mars Volta
This week we’re talking about the proggy and insane Mars Volta. Led by vocalist Cedric Bixler-Zavala and guitarist/songwriter Omar Rodríguez-López, the Mars Volta had a unique and modernized take on prog rock, which led to some fascinating, intricate, and at times way too long records. Unbelievably talented bunch of guys, but definitely a style that was not made for everyone. This episode was also chosen in honor of Alex’s birthday, so you know it’s a fun one.
Closing track: “Desperate Graves” from Octahedron (2009)
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Mike’s Picks:
Amputechture (2006) — Best Album
De-Loused in the Comatorium (2003) — Personal Favorite
Noctourniquet (2012) — Worst Album
The Bedlam in Goliath (2008) — Least Favorite
Alex’s Picks:
De-Loused in the Comatorium (2003) — Best Album
Frances the Mute (2005) — Personal Favorite
Noctourniquet (2012) — Worst Album, Least Favorite
Albums we discussed this episode…
Tremulant EP (2002)
De-Loused in the Comatorium (2003)
Frances the Mute (2005)
Amputechture (2006)
The Bedlam in Goliath (2008)
Octahedron (2009)
Noctourniquet (2012)