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I know I’m supposed to love this album. I dig other Flaming Lips stuff! Clouds Taste Metallic? Fantastic! But this one has never worked for me. It always feels too gimmicky and uneven. Maybe it’s my general distaste for concept albums, I don’t know. Anyway I recognize this is a massively popular album, it’s just not for me.
Josiah - 4 Elen - 4
Best song: Yoshimo Battles the pink robots pt 1 Vibes: drum machine white psychedelic Themes: robots
The flaming lips. While the album was playing, I read their bio. What a strange band . They released a limited albums on Flash drives in a 7 pound gummy bear, skull and gummy human fetus, fucking weird. These guys are really weird. Anyway, I enjoyed the album I liked, flight test, yoshimi Part1and Do realize . This album is a keeper
Es lo que le recomendaría a alguien que le gusta Gorillaz pero más tranqui. Esta muy bien para 2002. Hoy día ya le dieron demasiada rosca a este estilio...
almost 5*
This album really threw me off at first. The first two tracks were definitely a bit weird and not great, but once you get to the title track it gets so good. In the Morning of the Magicians is the stuff to cry to. Its not even that lyrically its amazing which it is but the use of so many different sounds and the musicianship is incredible. Ive never heard anything like it and Im glad to have .
let them know you realize
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More of the concept album than pop. The first song “borrows” too much from Cat Stevens which is very distracting.
It took me a little while to get round to The Soft Bulletin, but when I did I really enjoyed it. I listened to Yoshimi the day I got it, and… I feel like I’m missing something. I mostly found it just a bit boring and not very memorable. It all seems to blend into one, mid tempo, strummed acoustic guitar lead song with some electronic instrumentation and a guy whining in the background. I feel like I’m being unfair. This doesn’t seem like bad music at all, just a little, uninspired. Maybe I need to give it more time to really settle in, but I also just, can’t be bothered to listen to it again?
I knew part one of the title track, liked it. Part 2 rocks. The loud percussion throughout is good.
It was definitely a new experience for me since I don‘t usually listen to this genre/type of music. But it wasn‘t bad. Felt a bit like being on another planet at times. I liked the second half a bit better than the first.
2024-04-24...
Quirky. Other worldly. Surreal. Psychadelic. Interesting themes. Science Fiction rock? Interesting.
Interesting, may require a re-listen. Knew the hit.
Surprisingly good - I was expecting something pretentious and artsy but it's a lot more honest than I expected.
Good accustics. Great background record.
Fun and endearing, in addition to being good music. 5 stars for not letting the evil robots win.
Some solid tunes and Melodie’s here
Starts strong and falls off a bit, but really enjoyable soft rock jaunt
I kind of liked it! 3 stars
Not bad, a slight hint of having heard a lot of the tracks before though
Discazo mal. El primer tema no me gusta, pero no es así el álbum.
An absolutely wonderfuk record from start to finish , and one of the very few from this lst i go back to once in a while.
They had me at the beginning and then it kind of fizzled. 3.
This album seemed to drag on.
- sounds like Radiohead but less edgy - a fun journey that had plenty of cool sounds - solid 3.5
- this was a much more enjoyable album for me - I like the concept over the first few songs - Do You Realize?? is a solid song -3.5
perdonatemi amanti del genere, ma proprio it’s not for me
Pazzissimo, mi è piaciuto molto :)
Il sito mi aveva già dato un album dei flaming lips che è uno dei miei preferiti. Mi aspettavo un’esperienza simile ma non regge il confronto. Comunque piacevole
This was an interesting one. I think I liked it. I’m not sure. I know I need to listen to this one multiple times to get it but not sure I will. Instead I will likely listen to some piece of crap this app generates tomorrow morning. Maybe another obscure moods and tones album.
Been thinking long and hard about whether to give this a 5 and decided if I’m thinking about it this much it’s a 5. I discovered this album right around the beginning of covid when things were really really shitty. The morale of the world was low and the anxiety was high from all of the unknowns. Yoshimi is forever linked in my mind to this time, especially as it explores a lot of the same themes that the world was confronting at the time like mortality, courage, and fight or flight. Musically, it also mirrors the time with the dream-like tracks (magicians, hypnotist, pavonis mons) intertwined with reflective musings (fight test, do you realize). So to me, this album doesn’t evoke a great mood or anything, but it does make me appreciate how far things have come since 2020. It’s a good listen
Ez 5. I discovered this album years ago when someone posted “Do you Realize??” on their insta story and i was like wow that song is a banger. After listening to that song 40 times i decided it was time for the full album. Opening with fight test you have no idea the ride you are in for, but you learn quick that this will be a fun, unique album. Yoshimi part 1 is a 10/10 song that i love, then part 2 is a just a noise machine but it works perfectly. Ego tripping, are you a hypno, it’s summertime, do you realize is one of the most solid 4 song rips you can get. IMHO all we have is now should have closed the album, but i guess it’s fitting we end on an instrumental. I can’t really describe why i love this album, but all the songs just sound so good to me and idk why
Good
Solid album - a bit sad but good
Really enjoyed this. Listened a number of times. Approaching a 4, but not quite there. Yet. 3.95
Heard this before. Think this album is a bit weird as the songs that I like, I really like, but the others just don't do it for me. Maybe the ones I don't like would grow on me with a few more relistens. Fav songs: Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Do You Realize??, Fight Test
Crap
I’m giving this 4 stars on the strength of Yoshimi part 1 and Do You Realize. The rest of the album is more like 3 - 3.5 stars.
Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots is another one that isn't for me. The styling of indie rock mixed with experimental electronica to create this curious sci-fi type sound in places, and the rest being sort of dreamy weirdness, nah, just doesn't tick any boxes for me. Also they completely stole Fight Test off Cat Stevens and didn't improve it either, an inauspicious start in itself, but it didn't lead me to anything else I liked. Wikipedia's entry says "is the tenth studio album by American rock band the Flaming Lips"; it's not rock at all.
I really like this - it's a descendent of prog really (which explains why Rolfe doesn't like it!), that blurring of the lines between guitar-driven music and more psychedelic stuff. Have heard the album a few times before (and Do You Realise loads more), but not for a really long time. Definitely adding this to my rotation, a good reminder of an album that I'd mostly forgotten, 4/5.
I used to adore this album in my early 20’s and as time’s gone on, that love is still there however slightly diminished. The production is spunky and bright, the performances are snappy and assured, but something about the end product leaves me a little dry and I can’t put my finger on it. Still an album that should be considered essential listening to any music fan.
Weirdly nice album. Was surprised but not put off by it. All good musician. Production leaves some to be desired. 3 stars.
3.5/5
I like The Flaming Lips, but I wish their music was a little less... hippie-esque, and went a little harder. You can hear tinges of it in "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots (Part 2)", but if they could just ... BOOM! That's what they need. They remind me a bit of Yes music, but Yes has more of a ROCK sound to it. Even the etherealness to "And You And I" has a bombast to it. "Do You Realize??" seems to be going for that, but it's all one note, and there's nothing more meaty behind it for me. Top tracks: "Do You Realize??" "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots (Part 2)"
I am very much aware of this album but have never listened to it beyond the title track (part 1) and Do You Realize. The vocals almost remind me of Band of Horses but this is about 5 years before those guys hit. The combo of electronica and stripped down guitars/bass and drums? Not sure how I feel. At one level, it seems like typical early 2000's fare as I can think of a few other rock bands who went this direction with drum tracks and extra synth layers to add to the sound. At another level, it's a little ahead of it's time as this whole electronica and rock combo became a big thing by the end of the decade. And I don't really love that genre. So I guess some kudos for being pioneers (I may be wrong about that) but it was a bit meh for me in terms of sound. Not going back for more, and it doesn't make me want to seek out their earlier or later work.
Another one I slept on
unlike anything that I have listened to thus far. enjoyed the dream pop vibe and their fantastical lyrics. Long instrumental departures were usually fun as well. I can easily see their influence on bands like M83 and Beach House. favorite track was Are You a Hypnotist?? 4/5
I like
Definitely a unique album but incredibly well composed and cohesive. A happy find for me.
Yoshimi battles the pink robots pt. 1 & Do you realize??
Interesting.
interesting but enjoyable too
I have always loved the title track for this album. Surprisingly, this is the first time I've investigated the remainder of the album. Totally enjoyable and I'm likely to be back.
Some lovely songs and a few head scratchers But overall, great album.
Funky quirky alt synth
I resonate so profoundly with the double question marks
One time I saw the flaming lips live and Wayne Coyne had a fake baby. True story
I think I prefer the Soft Bulletin but this is good psych indie fun stuff.
Classic in new grunge psychedelic rock. She is strong enough to fight them.
Seemingly normal album, soft rock with electronic influence and a gentle vocal. A recipe for mediocrity. But somehow this record has something special that makes it absolutely amazing. Yoshimi's story and her fight against evil robots is not short of being epic. It goes on my usual listening list, but with a small caveat - I will have to listen to the album in normal sequence.
Notable tracks: all
I liked this but I think I need to listen to it again to decide if it gets a 4. Edit: I had to go back and change this to a 5. It's been bothering me for months that I low balled this score.
Listened before. It's not bad
I have some friends who go see The Flaming Lips whenever they’re playing within a drivable distance. I never really understood that devotion, but I have to say, I really enjoyed this album. It had a much more modern feel than I expected from a band that’s been around for so long. Maybe now I’ll try to catch them live too.
A great album to re-listen. Maybe it’s not a concept album but I sure can come up with a story in my mind, and it’s awesome & emotional. “Do you realize” the song everyone knows is spectacular musically & lyrically. “Do you realize that you have the most beautiful face?” What a simple lyric but how impactful if you really think about it, as well as the rest of lyrics of that song. Well most of the lyrics on the whole album! Album cover is great! flaming lips dark side of the moon album is worth a listen too!
Bastante gustoso. Psicodelia y algún sonido electro
**Album Review: Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots by The Flaming Lips** *Introduction:* Released in 2002, "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots" is a landmark album by The Flaming Lips, known for its imaginative lyrics, experimental soundscapes, and thematic depth. In this review, I'll delve into various aspects of the album including its lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence, while highlighting its strengths and weaknesses. *Lyrics:* The lyrics of "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots" are a blend of whimsical storytelling and existential contemplation. Wayne Coyne's lyrical style combines vivid imagery with introspective themes, creating a surreal yet relatable narrative. Tracks like "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots, Pt. 1" and "Do You Realize??" explore themes of mortality, love, and the human experience with poignant simplicity. The album's narrative arc, revolving around the titular character Yoshimi and her battle against the metaphorical pink robots, serves as a metaphor for life's struggles and triumphs. However, some may find the lyrics overly abstract or cryptic, detracting from their accessibility. *Music:* Musically, "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots" is a sonic journey filled with lush instrumentation and experimental flourishes. The Flaming Lips blend elements of psychedelic rock, electronic, and indie pop to create a distinctive sound that's both nostalgic and futuristic. Songs like "Fight Test" and "Are You A Hypnotist??" showcase the band's knack for catchy melodies and unconventional song structures, while tracks like "Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell" and "It's Summertime" experiment with sonic textures and atmospheric production. The album's use of synthesizers, drum machines, and unconventional instruments adds depth to its sonic palette, creating a rich and immersive listening experience. *Production:* The production on "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots" is top-notch, thanks to the collaboration between The Flaming Lips and producer Dave Fridmann. Fridmann's expertise in creating expansive, otherworldly soundscapes complements the band's vision, resulting in an album that's both sonically adventurous and meticulously crafted. From the ethereal ambience of "In the Morning of the Magicians" to the pulsating energy of "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots, Pt. 2," each track is expertly mixed and layered, creating a sense of sonic depth and complexity. *Themes:* Thematically, "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots" explores a wide range of topics including love, mortality, identity, and the human condition. The album's central theme of battling inner demons and overcoming adversity is conveyed through the metaphor of Yoshimi's struggle against the pink robots. Songs like "Fight Test" and "One More Robot/Sympathy 3000-21" delve into the complexities of human relationships and the quest for connection in a digital age, while tracks like "Do You Realize??" and "All We Have Is Now" emphasize the importance of living in the present moment and cherishing life's fleeting beauty. Overall, the album's themes are universal yet deeply personal, resonating with listeners on a profound emotional level. *Influence:* "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots" has had a significant influence on contemporary music, inspiring countless artists with its innovative approach to songwriting and production. The album's blend of psychedelic rock, electronic, and indie pop has paved the way for a new generation of experimental musicians, while its introspective lyrics and existential themes have resonated with listeners across the globe. Additionally, the album's critical and commercial success helped elevate The Flaming Lips to iconic status within the indie music scene, solidifying their reputation as one of the most inventive and visionary bands of their generation. *Pros:* 1. Imaginative lyrics that blend vivid imagery with existential themes. 2. Inventive musical arrangements that combine psychedelic rock, electronic, and indie pop. 3. Meticulously crafted production that creates a rich and immersive listening experience. 4. Universally resonant themes of love, mortality, and the human condition. 5. Significant influence on contemporary music and indie rock. *Cons:* 1. Some may find the lyrics overly abstract or cryptic, detracting from their accessibility. 2. Experimental nature of the music may not appeal to all listeners. 3. Certain tracks may feel disjointed or meandering due to their unconventional song structures. 4. Limited thematic depth in comparison to other concept albums. 5. High expectations set by the album's iconic status may overshadow its flaws for some listeners. *Conclusion:* In conclusion, "Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots" is a masterful album that transcends genre boundaries and captivates listeners with its imaginative lyrics, innovative music, and profound themes. While it may not be without its flaws, its impact and influence on contemporary music cannot be overstated. Through its exploration of love, mortality, and the human condition, the album invites listeners on a transformative journey that's both deeply personal and universally resonant. As such, it stands as a testament to The Flaming Lips' creative vision and enduring legacy in the world of indie rock.
one of my faves, love it, have listened to a million times
I am not sure I have ever listened to the Flaming Lips before and TBH they don't sound like what I was expecting. All the sounds effects are interesting. I do like it.
This album continues to get better the more I listen to it.
A trip down memory lane. And one that I honestly thought would garner a solid 4/5 from me. But then I remembered how plainly gorgeous It's Summertime is, and the now anthemic Do You Realise? really did become a staple for turn of the century indie kids. It's still a beautiful song. It's a monolith on the mostly featureless landscape of music. More than worthy of a perfect score.
Great album, always between this and soft bulletin what is FLs best album, I really can’t choose, so they both deserve a 4/5.
good, but with overwhelming "look at me, I'm so quirky" vibes. Headphones up high, doing dishes, enjoyable. the songs never end. just like the dishes. Pt. 2 could use less piercing screams. had too skip.
kinda weird, but good weird.
Never heard this album so I am glad it came up. I always enjoy an album that has a story throughout and is a full experience, plus I really enjoyed the music. Do you Realize is a hit so it was really interesting to see how it fit into this story and I appreciate it way more!
Her name is Yoshimi. She's got a black belt in karate. HEY! HEY! Fight Test, Yoshimi Pt 1, and Do You Realize are the standout hits. But I also like: In the Morning of the Magicians, Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell, Are You a Hypnotist?? It's Summertime is good but I mostly like the birds in that song. Approaching Pavonis Mons & Yoshimi Pt2 are fun instrumentals. I dig a band that's not afraid to throw an instrumental or two in the mix. Love this album. Fun to hear it again.
This and 1999’s The Soft Bulletin are The Flaming Lips high water marks for me. Interestingly, they were a more guitar bass drums band up through 1995’s near equally excellent Clouds Taste Metallic until they did sound experiments in parking lots where they had many multiple people synchronize different cassettes to be played in tandem with each other to create all encompassing soundscapes. In fact, their 1997 album Zaireeka is actually four discs meant to be played at the same time. Only The Flaming Lips could pull that type of crazy awesomeness off. Yoshimi is the logical extension of all that but in a very digestible form with songs that touch deeply on death and mortality. Definitely a best album of the 00’s.
Was excited to wake up to this today! Damn I love this album. It’s such a journey. Fight Test and Do You Realize are such freaking masterpieces they make me cry, and the whole thing is so creative. Lyrics are incredible, musical compositions are unique and beautiful. An exploration of the complex simplicity of universal questions and truths. It’s truly a work of art. Do you realize how lucky we are to be able to experience this music and this life? Sunbeams and starlight, it’s all a mystery. All we have is now.
The band was really good! Not exactly what I usually listen to, but I enjoyed it and would listen more!
Really enjoyable indie record definitely the kind of record that takes you to a different place! Lots going on I definitely feel like I need to give it another spin to fully “get it”. Love the cover art too makes reminds me of anime and 50’s b movies. Without researching I definitely feel like there is an overarching concept but would need to listen again to be sure! I love the creativity with lots of crazy delays and synths throughout the album held together by a great drum sound. The vocals might turn some people off but i didn’t mind them they vary from being very intimate/delicate to wide/ethereal. Song wise the back half of the album is where it’s at for me I especially loved the bass synth and drum delay effects in its summertime and the anthemic feel to do you realise?? Some serious songwriting chops on display there! I feel like overall the length is great and no track overstays it’s welcome! Will definitely give this another full listen in the future (in fact I’m already listening to a few tunes off of it while writing this haha) My highlight: Do you realize??
Never heard of this band. Album was interresting, not great but alright.
i’ve heard such good things about this album for so long that i automatically thought i was going to really dig it. and while i thought it was pretty good, i didn’t connect with it the way i thought i would. very unexpectedly acoustic? i was surprised by that but i guess that’s my fault lol. actually reminded me a lot of tame impala. certainly ahead of it’s time. i preferred when the album leaned more into the electronic rock stuff, like part 2 of the title track. super cool instrumental. honestly i’m not sure about my rating… feeling more of a 3.5
I always hated that Yoshimi robot song. The music sends me to sleep on thus record and I've always really disliked his voice.
Dosyć ciekawe, ale w zasadzie taki popik. 2/5
I almost wish this leaned further into being a bit stranger. They are playing around with a bit of sound work and the title and art makes it feel like it could be a concept album but it doesn't really lean in. Do You Realize shows a bit of an ability to get grander and have a lot going on. I don't dislike this album but I almost wish they were doing a collab with someone more out there.
The opening track cadence made me think of Cat Steven's Father and Son. Okay, saw in the wiki that I was right. Great mixing. Fun stuff, but a lot of it just blends into one sound. I get that it's a bit over played but I do like Do You Realize, it gets stuck in my head. There are some strong bits but the bland outweighs them.
The Flaming Lips were one of the most perfect bands of the 90s, releasing a string of all-timers from 1990’s In A Priest Driven Ambulance to 1999’s The Soft Bulletin. Eagle-eyed readers may notice that this overproduced and cloying album was released in 2002.
i had a pretty good time with this one. i had never listened to the flaming lips in full, but know a handful of their songs, two of them being on this one (yoshimi pt 1 and do you realize) and i adore 'do you realize' so i figured, i would probably enjoy the full album and... yeah, i did. as a fan of a lot of early 00s indie music and as a fan of psychedelic music in general, this combined two of my favorites into one and i had a great time! a great sonic bath of fun music.
Je suis un peu déçu de cet album. Considérant son statut je pensais être un peu plus impressionné. J'ai trouvé que globalement ça sonnait comme beaucoup de trucs neo-pscychédélique/dream pop de ces années là. Loin d'être un mauvais album, mais pas le wow que j'attendais. 6/10
Loved the vibe - was nice to listen to when cleaning. Loved the guy's voicee and their style.
Sounds good
This is probably my favorite Lips album and routinely get HEAVY rotation on my end. So many good songs and just a peak Lips for me. An absolute god damn masterpiece. Do You Realize is the existential question that I try to not reflect upon too often but it somehow poses it in a way that affirms the good things in life we need to do while we still have the time. Standout Tracks: Fight Test, Yosimi Battles the Pink Robots, Pt. 1, Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell, Do You Realize??
Opener is a banger. Yes it's a rip off of Cat Stevens, but it sounds great. If you want to write a good song, copy a great song.
Back in 2002 I was listening to WXPN as they interviewed some band I didn’t really know. I wasn’t paying much attention but then this squeaky scratchy voice sang a beautiful love song about a girl saving us from evil natured robots accompanied by an acoustic guitar and I was transfixed. I went out and bought the album that day.
While it doesn’t reach the emotional heights of The Soft Bulletin,
Loved this. Feel like I need to sit with this album and listen again to really take it in. But very melodic, beautiful album. Can't believe it's taken this long to check out this band!
Pretty fun album! Was cleaning my bathroom to it and made the time fly. Favorite track is Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell. Did not add to Spotify library.
It’s always a treat when I get an excuse to listen to one of my favorite albums. From a fun era where weird experimental indie rock became more mainstream. My favorite song is the albums namesake which I don’t feel like typing out. Shout out to Guardians of the Galaxy 3 for making Do You Realize become somewhat popular again.
Very enjoyable album loved the themes of the robot battles cause lore is cool Yoshimi Battles the Pink robots part 1: Amazing hook and catchy chorus Do You Realize?: Had me at lunch in my car in deep contemplation Approaching Pavonis Mons by Balloon: Another cool song that I remember saying at the end I liked this one Overall thoroughly enjoyed even tho Ryan equated the robot noises to South Park shit sounds
Lots of cool songs. A couple of them literally sounded like someone was shitting in my ears Would not listen to whole album again
Fun and sort of odd album all around. I really enjoyed the first half of this album, but it started to slog a bit toward the second half until the closing track. This album is at its best when its weird and energetic. Highlights: Fight Test Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots Pt.1 In The Morning of Magicians Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell
It’s a journey through fantasy using song. Great stuff.
I don’t love Coyne’s vocals, but every single song on this album is mood inducing to the point that you stop noticing these dudes are really fucking weird.
nothing about this one stuck with me to be honest. Like, it was ok, but nothing in particular caught my attention.
Never heard this album before but really enjoyed it. 3.95 So close.
Some fun stuff on here, but not really my bag
I understand the hype around the Flaming Lips and I also don’t. Their live shows seem like they are more entertaining than listening to the music but then again, maybe they both need to be experienced together. I’d place the Lips in the same category as The Eels. Musically pleasing, lyrically confusing at times. You can go on a journey with this album but I’m not sure where to. I’d listen to more from them. Choice cut: Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots Pt 1
I liked it - 8/10
This album started off pretty great but I felt like a lot of tracks afterwards were not my thing.
I don’t think my mom liked this bc she asked to listen to the news like 1 song after the Radiohead album ended, I didn’t like the screamy song at all. Most of this was fine tho, some songs I’d give like a 7.5 or 8/10. Overall I think the flaming lips were pretty adventurous w the sounds they tried and not all of them sounded amazing and the ones that sounded good weren’t great. Overall mid ca->pa rating #3
Pretty interesting sometimes but not consistently so. I particularly liked the titular songs. 7/10
8/10 - Great music with a wide array of styles. In the morning of magicians and fight test go extremely hard and Yoshimi battles the pink robots part 1 is great.
I thought it was solid. It was musically interesting but I did get a bit bored when I was listening without doing anything else 7,5/10
Bleh
This was actually rather good, not perfect, but not half bad at all. I went right off the first track when I realised where the melody was borrowed from, but the rest was pretty decent. Maybe the vocals got a little annoying, but only slightly.
Crazy album dit. Echt zo'n band waar ik wel ooit van gehoord had, maar nooit naar geluisterd. Echt heel random album wel, heel veel verschillende invloeden, wat opzich wel cool is. Vooral de triphop stukjes zijn wel nice. Verder denk ik niet dat ik dit album vaker op ga zetten
lekker spacey deze vind ik wel leuk
Freaking banger. I’m watching attack on titan as I listen to this, thematically very matching, isn’t it?
More like 3,5
Very cool very unique & well done album
Somehow psychedelic.
Great album that really feels like an album- not just a random collection of songs. The way the electronic elements are mixed in with the acoustic really does give it an other-worldly feeling. I love how they make the bass lines so melodic. I could listen to this 20 times in a row and hear something new each time- and never tire of the title track. A really unique and creative work that, delightfully, doesn’t take itself too seriously. 4.4
I couldn't get with this and I can't explain why. It's like I'm listening to a different song in each ear and can't make sense of it. Maybe under the right conditions or enough listens, but as of now it's unsettling and unenjoyable. 2.3
Strano?
Great Album, with awesome bass sounds... Needs multiple listenings but definitely between 4 and 5...
Hee
First listen Saved 4/11 Top track: In the Morning of the Magicians
Grew on me the more I listened, but didn’t really “grab” me. Maybe because I’m generally not a science fiction fan and this was a sci-fi based concept album.
If rock music were made by NyQuil. Competent acid rock with risks of drowsiness. Feels like they desperately want to be Radiohead/Pink Floyd. As a fan of electronic music, this is the most enjoyable of The Flaming Lips records for me, as the inclusion of the electronic elements makes the sci-fi premise easier to slip into and offsets the boredom of the indie rock a tad.
Very relaxed vibe but there isn’t much creativity.
decent. it was kind of relaxing i fell asleep to it 😭 3/5
Sounded ok.
Mellow.. kinda pretty.. I'm in a mellow mood so here ya go.. 3 stars
Really nice album with creative chaos!!
eh the main song is fun and the album is def cool but dont really enjoy it
Original for indie pop but just not my thing
It was okay. it was a bit too mellow for me and the album felt longer than should've been. Probably won't make it to my collection. Sorry :(
I thought maybe I’d turned a corner with The Flaming Lips because I liked The Soft Bulletin so much. But alas, I’m reminded why I really don’t care for them. I admit I liked listening to this album more than when I first heard it years ago, but there’s so much here that’s annoying and try hard. “Fight Test” and “Do You Realize??” are the best songs, but I’ve come around to “Yoshimi Part 1” a bit too. I totally understand why this album is on this list, but I prefer The Soft Bulletin even more after listening to this.
My favorite <3
if oliver age 24 made vegan sploinky music, not something i'll come back to but i enjoyed it
The Flaming Lips' second masterpiece, after 'The Soft Bulletin'. A very ambitious album combining themes of science fiction, love, humanities struggles. 'Yoshimi' introduces electronic elements into their sound, mixed with acoustic instruments and hip hop influences. At times, it recalls parts of early electronic music experiments, like Pierre Henry's musique concrete. It's very modern, very strange, and very human. A very unlikely album to hold the official rock song of Oklahoma.
Summary: Radiohead like album. Dabbles in some rock with electronic that works decently well. Some songs don't do too much, whilst others do the right amount of *enough*. I only wish that some of these broke out into a faster tempo, or just a more advantages style. Fight Test: 8.5. Very nice instrumental and vocals. Mixture of drums and weird computer bewms work very well. Catchy. Transitions into next song, but somewhat poorly? One More Robot/Sympathy 3000-21: 9. Beautiful outro. Bass throughout the song in the right ear is stellar. The distorted piano(?) gives those portions a cool, creepy vibe. Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Pt. 1: 7.5. Fun goofy track about a girl fighting robots. Lyrics are playful with a nice beat behind it. Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Pt. 2: 6/10. Transitions are weird fadeouts on this album. I think they'd flow super smoothly if they didn't! Besides the dying rat sounds it's a nice instrumental. Drums are killer on this album so far. In the Morning of the Magicians: 7.5. Speaking of better transitions, this song actually faded in properly. Zoned out for most of it, but I did enjoy the instrumental on this. Once again the drums sound really nice. Just a good long song to space out on. Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell: 7. Nothing crazy. Bass line is catchy. Mixture of acoustic guitar, piano, flute, and electronic whatnots are a nice combo. Are You a Hypnotist??: 6.5. The electronic bits remind me of stuff from les claypool lennon delirium. Fine track. Somewhat slow, and doesn't do much I guess? Once again the drums are a nice standout. It's Summertime: 5.5. Nothing note worthy. Twas fine. Do You Realize??: 6. Strange mix of your standard rock(?) and gospel?? I only say gospel cause of the choir esque backing vocals. Liked the lyrics. Instruments are take it or leave it territory. Not sure why its the most played song. All We Have Is Now: 7.5. A nice slow somber tune. Air compressor sound goes hard Approaching Pavonis Mons by Balloon (Utopia Planitia): 7. Feels like a Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Pt. 2, Pt. 2. Bringing back the dying rat. Trumpets sound nice.
Very cool sound.
No, I didn't quite realize that Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots was as good as it was when it came out. I was still in the thrall of the Soft Bulletin at the time — please forgive me. But now with some distance between those two records and me I can hear just how great it is all on its own. And yes, Do You Realize? still brings a tear to my eye.
I appreciate the mixing with orchestra accompaniment and electronic music. They overlapped in a way that was very satisfying. I have heard a lot of individual Flaming Lips songs, and they have a pretty unique sound. I wonder if OK GO would cite them as an inspiration. This album does a good job of exemplifying what an album can be when you consider each song as a part OF an album and the whole becomes better than the sum of its parts. The transition from "All We Have Is Now” to the outro was very dynamic and, although it’s hard to explain why, is the perfect example of what I mean. Each song was a funky little beat on its own though. I also am a sucker for songs that have uncommon themes. Paul McCartney might want to fill the world with silly love songs, but sometimes I just want to hear a ballad about some dude’s waifu who fights evil, man-eating, pink robots.
I dug this album. The instrumentals were gripping and cool; I never felt bored at all while listening. The vocals were fine, although at some parts maybe slightly annoying? A solid 4 stars. I would listen to this album again.
Fairly basic indie. Hated the unnecessary addition of electronic bleeps and bloops.
Over 3.5 great album
Super cool soundscape, feels like I’m tripping half the time
- Fun sound in general, though it does get somewhat same-y after awhile. A couple of tracks drag. - Ears perked up when "In the Morning of the Magicians" started. Like much of this one, but it is the only one that teuly catches my attention.
Usually SciFi concept albums are done in by contrived plots, bad lyrics and tunes that often sound like amelodic drones. Not so this album. Flaming Lips has come up with a great set of songs that are tuneful and rhythmic. The signature FL sound I first heard on “Vaseline” is still there. An enjoyable listen. Well done.
Not as good as I remember it being.
laid back, pop electronic.
Traveling some nice spaces
Modern prog, I guess it's good if you are into that stuff
Nah
Do you realize this album is still pretty good??
I loved this record. Easily the most cohesive work of theirs. And beautiful production.
Look it's much more tolerable than other Flaming Lips projects, infact there are some pretty great songs on here. But I still cannot stand Coyne's vocals, he really does fill me with rage and it's annoying because I might have even enjoyed this album if anyone else was singing. Fav track: Fight test 2.5/5
Relatively didn't mind this album but also didn't care about it. Kind of went in anticipating The Flaming Lips to make me mad but they didn't. The annoying psyche concept vibe is not foregrounded too much. Two and a half. Fave track: One More Robot / Sympathy 3000-21
Actually liked this a fair bit. There’s so much playful production and lots of weird fun sounds to occupy the songs, each of which are pretty and whimsical. Maybe it borders on twee or a bit self-important overall. I’m not too sure, and there definitely is something off-putting about the project which drops some points for me. I can’t really place my finger on it though, and after a second listen the songs have grown on me even more, so I can’t justify giving this album a worse score. Three and a half. Fave track: Approaching Pavonis Mons by Balloon (Utopia Platinia)
Weird spacey trippy music and lyrics- drove me crazy by the end of the album. Sorry but I just don’t get it.
An absurd psychedelic, electronic album full of superbly crafted soundscapes and whimsical vocal melodies. Well worth a good listen or 10
Some good tunes, but doesn't always hit the spot
Ein wenig experimentell, aber ein schönes Album.
Before listening: I think I know 1 or 2 songs from this album so it'll be nice to hear the rest of it. After listening: That was really good! More dreamy and trippy sounding than I thought it would be for a lot of the songs. And nice to revisit Yoshimi Part 1 and Do You Realize
Couldn’t get through one song. Not one.
yoshimi battles the pink robots part one is an all time banger. this probably more of 3.5 than 3 could i write poetry to this? y
Years ago, Chuck Klosterman wrote a fantastic essay about bands that are neither overrated nor underrated, but are rated exactly as they should be. The Flaming Lips fit squarely into this category. This album is very good. Virtually everyone regards it as being very good. That's it.
Love every bit of this album
3.5 There was a time when this would have been a 5 for me, but for some reason I've enjoyed it less as time goes on. *edit. I'm changing this to a 5.
I love this album. It has been on a regular rotation for me for years and it's what really first drew me to Flaming Lips. Since there I've listened to all their other albums. They have some really great stuff, but this is the one that I keep coming back to.
Hypnotic, moody, dreamy, psychedelic, comforting... and all the adjectives you can imagine fits in this album. A timeless masterpiece
This was fun!
Well produced and great songwriting, but not my bag.
maior do mundo
Liked this one, somewhat loose but pretty sunny feeling to it.
It's 2002, I've left school to work and I feel like I am becoming increasingly disconnected with popular music & culture. Everything feels like a glitzy pop-punk, nu metal, butt rock nightmare that I can't wake up from. Being disconnected from people my own age (because I work exclusively with people much older than me) has me retreating into a nostalgia that isn't mine, listening to bands that came before me, and while some of it is enjoyable, I am experiencing a weird sense of guilt about not feeling capable of connecting with new things. A strange, empty feeling. I give my computer several viruses downloading Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots from Limewire because "'She Don't Use Jelly' was a lot of fun, so why not". I am immediately taken in by the glitchy, warbling strangeness of it all when suddenly, a few tracks later, I am crying harder than I've ever cried, listening to "Do You Realize??", thinking about every dog and cat and friend and loved one I've ever had the good fortune to spend time on this sad planet with. And it still happens... Every. Single. Time. Two decades later. That'll do, Lips. That'll do.
This is a great example of how one can recognize important, ground-breaking, and/or impressive art but not actually enjoy it as consumer of art.
das insgeheim vermisste puzzlestück zwischen built to spill und tame impala. enjoyed it very much!
Verstehe den Hype um die Band nicht. Nervt n bisschen nach ein paar Liedern
Really a fun album! I like the interesting simple audio effects (panning acoustic guitar from stereo left to right) the fun natural drum sounds with digital emphasis (snare echo, abrupt silencing cymbal resonance). And its just a quirky little Japanese robot themed narrative adventure! Album as art, rather than simply a collection of songs. Some good hits in the mix as well.
The best
I listened to it couple times I enjoyed this one
Nothing else like this on here.
Live-album, hat mir sehr gut gefallen
ЗЕ ТЕСТ БЕГИНЗ... НАУ! Во-первых, просто супэр обложка. Сиквел к ультра альбому, потрясная история названия и вообще концепция, вот это вот всё. Очень хороший альбом. Лучшая песня - Fight Test.
Good
what do some of these songs mean but very good
<3 Yoshimi 78/100
Yeah! First Flaming Lips LP I heard, and probably my favourite.
I think I have had Flaming Lips shoved down my throat too much but I do appreciate this album.
This did not sound how I thought it was going to literally at all but I still like it. "Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots pt. 1" is kind of ass. FINAL THOUGHTS: It is just a good alt rock album. Nothing else to really say.
Really great vibey album. One of the best I’ve listened to in a long time. I wish it was a bit more experimental but I really can’t complain. It was a perfect match for the day I had yesterday and the whole album is now saved in my library.
Yet another band that I've never taken the time to listen to, so I'm glad this finally happened. Wow...it took me a minute to get used to their style and the sound, but this was also a sonic, feel-good journey. So many different sounds, textures, and beats. I enjoyed it quite a bit even though there are a few songs I wasn't too crazy about. Favorite tracks: Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Pt. 1, Yoshimi Battles the Robots, Pt. 2, In the Morning of the Magicians, Do You Realize??, Approaching Pavonis Mons by Balloon.
Psykedeliskt Lättsamt Inte riktigt min grej, men helt OK Mycket akustisk gitarr Påminner en del om tidiga Coldplay
Alternativ rock som går att ha på i bakgrunden när man gör något. 6/10.
Track 1 is good. It has an odd vibe but I enjoy it. Great intro to the album. Track 2 is very mellow and I like it. Ending of track 2 is incredible. Guitar and drums on track 3 opening are very good. Track 3 might be my favorite track so far. Don't like track 4 as much. I understand its thematic role in the album as it is the battle taking place, but there is a loud shrieking noise that takes away from my enjoyment of the track. Track 5 is much better and feels like the fallout of the battle in track 4. "What is love and what is hate?" is a line repeated several times and I like the philosophical questions of this song. Up there as one of my favorites from the album for sure. I like track 6. It sound good. Not much to say about it. The different instruments come together very nicely to make the song very sonically appealing. Track 7 instrumental feels very spacey with the small plucks of the guitar. The ending of track 7 has a massive sonic climax that is very satisfying to listen to. The track feels like a slow burn type track with a gradual build-up to the ending. Track 8 has a very good vibe to it sonically. I really enjoy this track and the strings and bird noises make this sonically pleasing. Track 9 is very good. The instrumental is simple yet engaging. I want to give this track another listen with a focus on lyrics and their meaning because the lyrics are very interesting. The melody and vocal effects in track 10 are very unique and interesting to listen to. As a whole, I like this track. While it is good, I don't see it as a high point of the album. The drums on track 11 are very good and are the high point of the intro to the track. This is a purely instrumental track and it is very good. The horns are very fun to listen to. The change at 2:19 is well done. Great closer to the album. As a whole, this album is fantastic. The instrumentals were incredible. I want to give the album another listen while focusing on the lyrics because the parts I comprehended were extremely interesting.
Good
Really dreamy, flowed nicely as a cohesive album instead of a list of songs if that makes any sense. Do you realize is always pretty
Damn near 5 stars. 2nd best FL album. So good.
S fangt schomol richtig starch ah mit fight test. Gfallt mer bisher s album. Ich han jetzt nid so ganz uf de meta Ebene gschnallt uf was es gaht? If those evil robots win, I know she can beat them? Was söll da bitte heisse...? Probably chame da mega viel dri interpretiere aber für da hani kei ziit welli e Reihe albums muess ufhole. Yoshimi battles pt 2?? What?? Ich frag mich was die graucht hend. Die rein musikalische Lieder gfalle mer irgendwie weniger. Generell gfallt es mer biz meh wie da vom Vortrag wells chlige meh action het aber au nid ganz gnueg damits es 5 bechunt also 4.3/5
Hm ich finds recht langwiilig? Iwie chani nütt demot ahfah und finds max unspannend… sorryyyy
boah flaming lips letsts album gar nöd gern gha. fight test findi etz no cute, isch en song und s tönt nöd alles kaputt. one more robot zeigt wieder wie wonky de guy singt äääh nai nöd mis. chords sind zwor easy cool. title track pt. 1. jo da isch würkli nöd mini musig nai. pt. 2. ike viel reso-synths und crushed drums. meh. jo voll kreische hets no brucht ganz vergesse. in the morning.. wiso isch sini stimm so autotune und grüsig??? nai da isch nöd spannend. boah streng. Are you a hypnotist macht wenigstens am schluss en bVI bVII I da goht immer. It's Summertime isch leider nöd de gershwin tune sondern de dude wo chli stöhnt. chords sind zwor wieder sehr nice. gfallt mer allgemein besser als s letste album aber s wirds nöd über es 2 chöne lupfe glaub? da isch aber klar de best bis etz do you realize isch au en ok song aber meh. nöd meeega coool. All we have is now wird schneller ok? ich mag afoch sini stimm nöd mann. so z wenig cool für so melodramatisches züg de letst song macht au nüt mit mir. glaub es 2
han tüfi erwartige gha aber han sehr spass gha am album mengisch chli chinderliedertime, mengisch weirdi synthis oder so und megaa es summerfeeling, so richtig friedlich ICH WETT SUMMER ICH GHÖR IH JEDEM SCHEISSALBUM SUMMERFEELINGS
I had quite a good time.
This album is good. There’s a lot of songs I was somewhat familiar with, but most of it was new. I absolutely love the title track (both parts) and how the overall album flows together to make one ridiculous concept. 4.3/5 Fav: “Fight Test”, “Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots, Pts 1 & 2”, “Are You A Hypnotist??”, “Do You Realize??” Least Fav: “In The Morning of The Magicians”
Fight Test Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Pt. 1 In the Morning of the Magicians Do You Realize??
Ihan mielenkiintoinen 3/5
Wow. This is amazing. The Flaming Lips did not disappoint when I listened to their album, "The Soft Bulletin" about 2 weeks ago. I really liked that album. And yet, there were able to outdo themselves just a few years later. "Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots" is truly something special. The sound is quite a bit different than it was in their previous album, but I like it. You'd think that the more electronic and top-40-esque production would result in something that lacks what made prior work so great (I call this pulling a Raditude). However, Yoshimi manages to make something that seems more accessible at first, but retains the complex writing and musical compositions of The Soft Bulletin. This album also improves on problems I had with that album. The singing is better. The album now has a perfect length in comparison to The Soft Bulletin, which was a bit long in my opinion. The writing is still great here. The overarching themes make this a sort of concept album, with the first four songs telling a specific story that comes from the album's title. All of the songs on this album are great. I really like this album. I truly had no idea that I would like the Flaming Lips this much. 5/5.
Late to this one
Really interesting album. I can't quite tell if there is one consistent story on first listen, but it certainly seems that way, and the inclusion of Pink Robots pt1&2 seems to hint at it being one thing. As for sounds, I was never bored throughout the album, all the songs kept me entranced. The genre is interesting and brings me back to a few older bands like Sky or Jean-Michel Jarre
It’s just sound
Oh what a lot of fun this is. Quite darn enjoyable. I've saved it for future playing. It's high three stars as a discovery. Let's see if it gets a to 4 after more listening.
double yew
я шла поздней ночью, солнце еще не собиралось подниматься, завернув в какую-то темную улочку, я видела открытую дверь и светомузыку. тихо играло электро, компания садилась в такси. ночь продолжалась. и мне все еще было хорошо.
This is a refreshing one. Unique, amazing, entertaining. I loved it by track 2.
Album intéressant, certains passages sont très agréables d'écoute, d'autres partent un peu trop dans l'expérimental pour que j'y accroche...
Love it
Quite enjoyed that
OK.
I was never really on the Flaming Lips bandwagon although I remember them playing in OKC
i dig the wide eyed punk rock hippie vibe i just don’t dig the songs that much
Its a warbly album that's reminiscent of bands like Pink Floyd Primus and Neutral Milk Hotel. I was pleasantly surprised about how pleasant this album sounded. I give this album a 7.5/10
Not quite as good as the soft bulletin, but still very good.
4/5. I like the beats
Магический альбом. Если вслушиваться в текст песни, то еще и трогательный. И пронзительный. In the Morning of the Magicians потрясающа.
Everybody raves about this album, which really makes me question if my dislike for this band (and this album in particular) is irrational. I just can't get into this stuff... Something about it being too relentlessly positive sounding?
Careful that you don't click on the "deluxe" version that has 100 f***ing tracks. It wasn't a bad sound, but it was very monochromatic and quite dull.
Beautiful, fun, catchy, memorable, truly a classic.
This guy's voice still bugs me a bit, but I liked this record better than the last one we listened to The Soft Bulletin. I think this probably qualifies as a 'rock opera' and it's prob the best of those that we've had thus far - though it's no Pinkerton.
I liked this a lot more than I expected I would. Ethereal sound, did not listen to any of the lyrics tbh but it sounded like an interesting story lol.
звук разъеб алкоальбом: японский виски с водкой
Группа - ахуенная. Лайвы - отличные просто! Клипы - пушка! Звук... ну, тут пока остаются вопросы у меня. Мне очень понравилось всё композиционно, но местами я перестал понимать сведение. Однако всё равно я как-то очень проникся.
7/10
Best een leuk album, denk dat het ook nog wel beter wordt als je hem vaker luistert. Ik snap ook best waarom ik hem zo vaak in de vinyl sub voorbij zie komen. Voor nu 4 sterren.
It's interesting, it really is. And there are some tracks that I like. But, it's a bit too...I don't know...floaty(?) for me. I wish it had more of a rock edge. Solid 2.5
laaaaaaangweilig
Started well, had high hopes but ended up as another hour of boring plonky indie
Only think I knew about the Flaming Lips before today was "She Don't Use Jelly." Didn't know what to expect but largely enjoyed this album. It's accessible alternative/electronica. I'll keep in in my rotation for sure.
Ganz nett. Nichts für mich. 2.
The only Flaming Lips song I knew going into this was "She Don't Use Jelly", so this was a bit of a surprise. The opening track threw me as it reminded me of another song. It took me until half way through the song to figure out it was Cat Stevens. A quick google search confirmed my suspicions. I love the idea of a concept album involving robots, but this doesn't quite work as one, seeming to lose its way in the second half. All the tracks are pleasant enough, yet nothing really stands out to me. I can't help comparing this to other albums with similar concepts, like Act II - The Father of Death by the Protomen, and feeling a bit underwhelmed.
Nice and psychadelicy, but not really a lot of surprises. A good record to smoke doobies to
Need to give this another listen
this was kinda funky and weird, good to listen to while working
Fun album
Not my music
i love it when yoshimi battles the pink robots!! tough girl!!
The flooooowwwww. So smooth so clean
A trippy fun album that really gives meaning to the word "Alternative". I don't know if I've listened to the Flaming Lips before but maybe a single or two or on guitar hero I'm not sure. Either way, they are a unique group and I dug this sound. I'm not sure I'd listen again, but glad this exists and is on this list.
Nice, another heater. I've heard this album before, can't recall if I've heard any others from the Flaming Lips, but this one is a banger. It feels very cinematic, the music is rock-based but at times psychedelic, spacey, etc. A good blend of electronic elements with traditional rock sounds. Excellent variety too. "Do You Realize" is something of a hit song, I think. I've heard that one outside of the album context before, not certain where. But yeah, this is a really awesome album. I'm not sure if we'll get any others from the Flaming Lips, but this seems like a perfect place to start. Favorite tracks: Fight Test, One More Robot, Yoshimi Battles the PInk Robot pts 1 and 2, Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell, It's Summertime, Do You Realize. Album art: Really cool art, plainly depicts the title, I love that. The little girl in yellow must be Yoshimi, and the big pink robot might be singular, but his legs have arms and legs, so could be a hydra thing. As great as this cover is, I do think the cover for At War With the Mystics is the Flaming Lips' best, and I know that because it's one of my favorites ever. Hope we get that album too! 4.5/5
Pois superchill este disco, a verdade lévase o aprobado e máis tamén
Loved this. Trippy, experimental, often weird and yet still organic, cohesive and frankly beautiful. Do you realize was always a favorite but had never listened to this one in it's entirety. So glad to have discovered what I've been missing all these years.
Great psychedelic pop rock. Yoshimi Part 1 is one of the best songs in this century. Do You Realize is also a classic.
Beautiful fucking album
Pretty good album.
3.5
It's pretty great.
Really liked this, gonna check out more
Realização impactante, faixas diferentes que criam conjunto formidável.
Noch nie was von gehört. Gefällt mir aber.
Need to hear it again
I am a huge fan of electronic rock so wasn’t hard to get into this album. While not groundbreaking or mind blowing, I throughly enjoyed my listen
Okay, didn't really grab me, but I did recognize one song. Pretty good, but just background music in my mind
Insgesamt ein Hörenswertes Album
This was my first listen to this album and it is just fantastic. I love the sound, I love the cover art, I love the imagery and the tunes and just everything about it. I can't believe I'm hearing this for the first time. I loved it so much. Albums like this are why I am doing the list.
Felt like we could hear a lot of different bands in this album even though the Flaming Lips have been around longer
I remember having a cassette of the Flaming Lips in the 90s. This one is better imo. I really liked Do You Realize, Fight Test, and Yoshimi and the Robots. The other tracks were okay but nothing to get excited about. I did enjoy their sound and their quirky lyrics
Lost me at the bugs....then the weird video of the girls eating the food while crouched on the table....and the synthesizer type music. Not really "musical" IMO
I'll just say it... awful
some nice songs
Each new song that I listen to through Are You a Hypnotist?? on this album because my favorite song on the album. The only exception to that is Pt 2 of the title track, and even that wasn't a bad track, I just didn't like as much as what I had already listened to. This is an awesome album. It kind of hits some of my favorite things about music. Melancholic. Is experimental in sounds/noises, but doesn't allow that to be the driving music. And it also has a good story. This isn't mind blowing, but it is really really good.
Despite its occasionally indulgent moments, this is undoubtedly a special record. I think that the Soft Bulletin may be the Flaming Lips album most deserving of a place on this list, but I welcomed the chance to revisit this album. There are some all-time indie-psych tracks on this one and it's just super fun to listen to when it isn't tearing your heart in two. Favourite songs: Do You Realize??, Fight Test, Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Pt. 1
listened to the first song it was meh
Very cool album. A definite "listen again".
It was ok. Not really my style.
I am in the minority but I have always hated this album. Gave it a listen recently for the first time in years and yes I still hate it.
Fun!
I wanted to like this album, but only Fight Test and Do You Realise stood out.
I like - not love, but like.
2,5
It was ok but it didn’t blew my mind. I was hoping for more action.
Enjoyed it. The lyrics felt less important than the music itself. I'd listen again
hard to follow The Soft Bulletin but still great
An album from 20 years ago that still sounds like it’s from 10 years in the future! Magnificent!
Wasn't familiar with the Flaming lips other than Do you realize and she dont use jelly so I really wasnt sure what to expect. Maybe a more upbeat elecronic Radiohead vibe?
Better than I expected it to be
It makes you nostalgic for the future, if that makes sense somehow. Made me imagine being in a place that doesn't exist
Very weird and makes you feel like high. It's "okay", but not really my taste.
Pretty good. A few standouts.
Great album, never listened to it all the way through. I think it’s a nice, peaceful album, great for a nap on a sunny day.
Mall music
Already listened to it :p Quite good I dig it
At least in my initial hearing of the full album, the songs tends to be a bit too similar in sound to each other.
Fine
Hip hop beats. Dirty drums. Layered strange instrumentation. Affected vocals. So much nostalgia it hurts. This album is fucking awesome