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Aufheben (album)

by The Brian Jonestown Massacre

Released: May 07, 2012

Neo-psychedelia, krautrock

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"Aufheben" is the twelfth studio album by The Brian Jonestown Massacre, released in 2012. The album features the band's signature blend of psychedelic rock, shoegaze, and experimental music. The album's tracks vary from dreamy and atmospheric to intense and hypnotic, with frontman Anton Newcombe's distinctive vocals and songwriting at the forefront.

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"Aufheben" showcases a diverse range of musical influences…

"Aufheben" showcases a diverse range of musical influences, including Eastern mysticism, krautrock, and ambient music.

Standout tracks include "Panic in Babylon," "Illuminomi," and…

Standout tracks include "Panic in Babylon," "Illuminomi," and "Viholliseni Maalla," which highlight the band's knack for creating immersive and compelling sonic landscapes.

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Illuminomi

Standout tracks include "Panic in Babylon," "Illuminomi," and "Viholliseni Maalla," which highlight the band's knack for creating immersive and compelling sonic landscapes.

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"Aufheben" received positive reviews from critics, praising its adventurous spirit and innovative approach to psychedelic rock.

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"Aufheben" is the twelfth studio album by The Brian Jonestown Massacre, released in 2012. The album features the band's signature blend of psychedelic rock, shoegaze, and experimental music. "Aufheben" showcases a diverse range of musical influences, including Eastern mysticism, krautrock, and ambient music. The album's tracks vary from dreamy and atmospheric to intense and hypnotic, with frontman Anton Newcombe's distinctive vocals and songwriting at the forefront. Standout tracks include "Panic in Babylon," "Illuminomi," and "Viholliseni Maalla," which highlight the band's knack for creating immersive and compelling sonic landscapes. "Aufheben" received positive reviews from critics, praising its adventurous spirit and innovative approach to psychedelic rock.