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Mit Gas

Tomahawk · 2003

40 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal · experimental rock

Aggressive riffs intertwine with dark, surreal lyrics creating a chaotic yet captivating soundscape.

Mit Gas is an album by Tomahawk, released in 2003. Aggressive riffs intertwine with dark, surreal lyrics creating a chaotic yet captivating soundscape. 'Mit Gas' was notable for its critical acclaim, receiving positive reviews from publications like Pitchfork and Rolling Stone. The album also contributed to the avant-prog movement, influencing a wave of experimental rock bands that followed, helping to establish Tomahawk as a significant entity in the early 2000s rock landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mit Gas sound like?

Aggressive riffs intertwine with dark, surreal lyrics creating a chaotic yet captivating soundscape. Rooted in alternative rock and alternative metal.

What makes Mit Gas by Tomahawk notable?

'Mit Gas' was notable for its critical acclaim, receiving positive reviews from publications like Pitchfork and Rolling Stone. The album also contributed to the avant-prog movement, influencing a wave of experimental rock bands that followed, helping to establish Tomahawk as a significant entity in the early 2000s rock landscape. Released on May 6, 2003, 'Mit Gas' is Tomahawk's second studio album, following their self-titled debut. At this point, frontman Mike Patton was solidifying his reputation as a versatile and boundary-pushing artist in the alternative rock scene. The album showcases Tomahawk's continued exploration of experimental sounds and lyrical themes influenced by a variety of genres.

How many songs are on Mit Gas?

Mit Gas has 11 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·40:45

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Birdsong 5:10
  • 2 Rape This Day Standout 3:12
  • 3 You Can’t Win 4:49
  • 4 Mayday 3:32
  • 5 Rotgut 2:51
  • 6 Capt. Midnight Standout 3:10
  • 7 Desastre natural 2:58
  • 8 When the Stars Begin to Fall Standout 2:54
  • 9 Harelip 3:30
  • 10 Harlem Clowns 3:40
  • 11 Aktion 13F14 4:55

Release Date

May 6, 2003

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

40 min 45 sec