Phallus Dei

by Amon Düül II

Phallus Dei cover art

Cited as a foundational album of the Krautrock genre, 'Phallus Dei' is defined by its raw, improvisational energy and sprawling psychedelic compositions. The album blends heavy rock jamming and layered guitars with a wide array of instruments, including violins, bongos, and Turkish drums, creating a sound that is both chaotic and communal. The songwriting embraces abstract, chant-like vocals and lengthy instrumental passages, capturing the radical, anti-commercial spirit of the commune from which the band emerged.

Genres

  • Krautrock
  • Psychedelic Rock

Tracklist

  1. Phallus Dei
  2. Kanaan
  3. Dem Guten, Schönen, Wahren
  4. Luzifers Ghilom
  5. Henriette Krötenschwanz
  6. Touchmaphal
  7. I Want the Sun to Shine