The Mars Volta

Scabdates

RELEASED: November 02, 2005
TYPE: FULL LENGTH

Track Listing

1. Abrasions Mount the Timpani 4:07 2. Take the Veil Cerpin Taxt 5:56 3. Take the Veil Cerpin Taxt: A. Gust of Mutts 2:34 4. Take the Veil Cerpin Taxt: B. And Ghosted Pouts 4:52 5. Caviglia 2:45 6. Concertina 4:17 7. Haruspex 5:23 8. Cicatriz 8:16 9. Cicatriz: A. Part I 2:33 10. Cicatriz: B. Part II 7:39 11. Cicatriz: C. Part III 4:27 12. Cicatriz: D. Part IV 20:00

Historical Archive

Scabdates is a live album by The Mars Volta, showcasing the band's experimental rock sound and complex musical arrangements. The album features a collection of performances recorded during their 2003 tour, highlighting the band's ability to blend genres such as progressive rock, jazz, and Latin influences. The album is noted for its energetic delivery and the improvisational skills of the band members, particularly Omar Rodríguez-López and Cedric Bixler-Zavala. Scabdates serves as a testament to The Mars Volta's unique sound and the raw power of their live performances.