Duality
Flying Lotus · 2012
62 min · 28 tracks · electronic · hip-hop · jazz
An eclectic tapestry of experimental beats, jazzy interludes, and psychedelic soundscapes that defy genre boundaries.
Duality is an album by Flying Lotus, released in 2012. An eclectic tapestry of experimental beats, jazzy interludes, and psychedelic soundscapes that defy genre boundaries. 'Duality' is notable for its ambitious exploration of sound and structure, contributing to the underground electronic scene's evolution. The mixtape garnered attention for its innovative production techniques and became influential among artists in genres like hip-hop and experimental music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Duality sound like?
An eclectic tapestry of experimental beats, jazzy interludes, and psychedelic soundscapes that defy genre boundaries. Rooted in electronic and hip-hop.
What makes Duality by Flying Lotus notable?
'Duality' is notable for its ambitious exploration of sound and structure, contributing to the underground electronic scene's evolution. The mixtape garnered attention for its innovative production techniques and became influential among artists in genres like hip-hop and experimental music. By the time 'Duality' was released in January 2012, Flying Lotus had already established himself as a pivotal figure in electronic music with his critically acclaimed album 'Cosmogramma' (2010). This mixtape serves as a bridge between his earlier work and his later projects, showcasing his growth in blending diverse genres and pushing sonic limits.
How many songs are on Duality?
Duality has 28 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Disciples 0:43
- 2 El Topo 1:10
- 3 Mighty Morphin Foreskin Standout 3:32
- 4 The Ritual Standout 3:09
- 5 Between Friends Standout 3:40
- 6 Children of the Atom 1:45
- 7 Jalapeños 1:19
- 8 Gloe 1:24
- 9 The Killing Joke 2:02
- 10 Hovercrafts and Cows 2:01
- 11 Gone Fishing 3:37
- 12 Drive Thru 2:08
- 13 Immaculation 3:05
- 14 The Prisoner 1:56
- 15 Shake Weight 2:57
Disc 2
- 1 El Topo (instrumental) 0:50
- 2 Mighty Morphin Foreskin (instrumental) 2:35
- 3 The Ritual (instrumental) 3:13
- 4 Between Friends (instrumental) 2:26
- 5 Children of the Atom (instrumental) 1:39
- 6 Jalepeños (instrumental) 1:19
- 7 Gloe (instrumental) 1:26
- 8 The Killing Joke (instrumental) 1:56
- 9 Hovercrafts and Cows (instrumental) 2:41
- 10 Gone Fishing (instrumental) 3:40
- 11 Drive Thru (instrumental) 1:25
- 12 Immaculation (instrumental) 3:07
- 13 The Prisoner (instrumental) 1:59
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