Carnival in Babylon

Amon Düül II

Carnival in Babylon

RELEASED: January 01, 1972
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. C.I.D. in Uruk 5:38 2. All the Years 'round 7:26 3. Shimmering Sand 6:36 4. Kronwinkl 12 3:57 5. Tables Are Turned 3:39 6. Hawknose Harlequin 10:04 7. Skylight 9:51 8. Tatzelwurmloch 17:45
Historical Archive
Carnival in Babylon is the fifth studio album by the German progressive rock band Amon Düül II, released in 1972. The album features a blend of psychedelic rock, avant-garde elements, and folk influences, showcasing the band's penchant for experimentation and improvisation. The sound is characterized by dynamic instrumentation, ethereal vocals, and complex song structures, reflecting the countercultural ethos of the early 1970s. Over the years, it has gained a cult following and is often regarded as one of the band's essential works, contributing to the legacy of German rock music.