Phallus Dei
by Amon Düül II
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
- Phallus Dei
- Kanaan
- Dem Guten, Schönen, Wahren
- Luzifers Ghilom
- Henriette Krötenschwanz
- Touchmaphal
- I Want the Sun to Shine