Camembert électrique

Gong

Camembert électrique

RELEASED: October 01, 1971
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Radio Gnome 0:28 2. You Can't Kill Me 6:20 3. I've Bin Stone Before 2:36 4. Mister Long Shanks / O Mother / I Am Your Fantasy 5:57 5. Dynamite : I Am Your Animal 4:32 6. Wet Cheese Delirium 0:34 7. Squeezing Sponges Over Policemen's Heads 0:13 8. Fohat Digs Holes in Space 6:22 9. Tried So Hard 4:38 10. Tropical Fish : Selene 7:36 11. Gnome the Second 0:26
Historical Archive
Camembert électrique is an influential album by the British progressive rock band Gong, released in 1971. The album is recognized for its unique fusion of psychedelic rock, jazz, and space rock, characterized by whimsical lyrics, innovative instrumentation, and a sense of humor. It is notable for its concept surrounding a fictional universe, which has become a hallmark of the band's work. The album features a blend of dreamy soundscapes, complex arrangements, and improvisational elements, making it a landmark in the progressive rock genre and influencing subsequent artists.