The Serpentine Similar

Description

Gastr del Sol's first album, The Serpentine Similar, released in 1993, marked a clear break with Bastro's rock roots. David Grubbs and Bundy K. Brown opted for a minimalist duo, abandoning drums and distortion in favor of acoustic slowness, hypnotic drones, and an introspective musical language. This transformation paved the way for a new aesthetic in 90s indie underground, blending deconstructed folk, discreet improvisation, and latent tension. A few percussive touches by John McEntire highlight the contours of an album that is both calm and experimental. Reissued on vinyl for the first time in twenty years, The Serpentine Similar returns as a foundational piece of marginal music, both influential and elusive. A transitional album that became a cult classic.