Torch of the Mystics
| Torch of the Mystics | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Studio album by Sun City Girls | ||||
| Released | 1990 | |||
| Recorded | July 1988 | |||
| Genre | Experimental rock, psychedelic rock | |||
| Length | 37:48 | |||
| Label |
Majora Tupelo (re-issue) | |||
| Producer | Sun City Girls | |||
| Sun City Girls chronology | ||||
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| Professional ratings | |
|---|---|
| Review scores | |
| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic |   [1] |
| Pitchfork | (9.0/10)[2] |
| Sputnikmusic | 4.5/5 (superb)[3] |
Torch of the Mystics is the fourth studio album by American experimental rock band Sun City Girls.[4] The 1990 LP cover released on Majora differs from the 1993 CD reissue by Tupelo.
Release and reception
Torch of the Mystics was originally issued by Majora Records solely on vinyl format in 1990. However, due to its compressed and tinny sounding production, the album was remastered and re-released by Tupelo Records in 1993.[5]
Since its release, the album has received critical acclaim from websites such as Allmusic, Pitchfork, and Sputnikmusic.
Track listing
| Side one | ||
|---|---|---|
| No. | Title | Length |
| 1. | "Blue Mamba" | 3:06 |
| 2. | "Tarmac 23" | 4:23 |
| 3. | "Esoterica of Abyssynia" | 3:13 |
| 4. | "Space Prophet Dogon" | 7:02 |
| Side two | ||
|---|---|---|
| No. | Title | Length |
| 1. | "The Shining Path" | 2:56 |
| 2. | "The Flower" | 3:13 |
| 3. | "Cafe Batik" | 2:41 |
| 4. | "Radar 1941" | 2:44 |
| 5. | "Papa Legba" | 2:42 |
| 6. | "The Vinegar Stroke" | 1:53 |
| 7. | "Burial in the Sky" | 3:48 |
Source
The melody of "The Shining Path" is based on the Bolivian song Llorando se fue.
Cultural References
- The song "Lariat" by Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks mentions the album.
Personnel
Adapted from the Torch of the Mystics liner notes.[6]
- Sun City Girls
- Alan Bishop – bass guitar, vocals
- Richard Bishop – guitar, vocals
- Charles Gocher – drums, percussion, vocals
Release history
| Region | Date | Label | Format | Catalog |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1990 | Majora | LP | 5-23102 |
| 1993 | Tupelo Recording Company | CD | TUP44 |
References
- ↑ Foster, Patrick. "Torch of the Mystics". Allmusic. Retrieved July 11, 2015.
- ↑ http://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/21175-torch-of-the-mystics/
- ↑ http://www.sputnikmusic.com/review/37556/Sun-City-Girls-Torch-of-the-Mystics/
- ↑ Robbins, Ira; Sprague, David (2007). "Sun City Girls". Trouser Press. Retrieved July 11, 2015.
- ↑ Sundell, Spencer."Torch of the Mystics". suncitygirls.com. Retrieved on March 17, 2010.
- ↑ Torch of the Mystics (sleeve). Sun City Girls. Seattle, Washington: Majora Records. 1990.
External links
- Torch Of The Mystics at Discogs (list of releases)
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