De-Loused in the Comatorium by The Mars Volta

The Mars Volta: Cedric Bixler (vocals); Omar Rodriguez (guitar); Jon Theodore, Jeremy Michael Ward, Flea, Ikey Isaih Owens. Additional personnel: John Frusciante (guitar); Justin Meldel Johnson (bass); Lenny Castro (percussion). Producers: Rick Rubin, Omar Rodriguez-Lopez. Recorded at the Mansion, Los Angeles, California. Formed by Cedric Bixler and Omar Rodriguez from the ashes of their previous band At the Drive-In, the Mars Volta takes a dizzying journey to hell and back on this colorfully titled album, traveling inside the mind of a man who attempted suicide but went into a week-long coma before ultimately choosing death. As one might expect the ride is intense and at times disturbing. Galloping bass by Flea (Red Hot Chili Peppers) provides the rocky foundation for exploratory psychedelic guitar experimentation and keyboard soundscapes that paint an aural picture of madness. The centerpiece of DE-LOUSED IN THE COMATORIUM is the 12-minute plus "Cicatriz Esp." Its long, ambient middle section lulls you... Minimize

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Artist	The Mars Volta
Record Label	Strummer Recordings/GSL/Universal
Contributing Artist	John Frusciante
Genre	Rock and Pop
Subgenre	Psychedelic
Release Date	June 24, 2003
Number of Discs	1
Song List: Disc 1
	1. Son et Lumiere 2. Inertiatic ESP 3. Roulette Dares (This Is the Haunt) 4. Tira Me a las Aranas 5. Drunkship of Lanterns 6. Eriatarka 7. Cicatriz ESP 8. This Apparatus Mus Be Unearthed 9. Televators 10. Take the Veil Cerpin Taxt

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By: updateghost
Jan 15, 2004

Another FINE Music Listening Experience

Author's Rating:

Pros: Just about everything.

Cons: You can't always understand the vocalist.

Bottom Line:
A worthy rocker. Read More

By: f6ftg
Aug 18, 2008

The Mars Volta's Masterpiece

Author's Rating:

Pros: Solid and Focused

Cons: Nothing really

Bottom Line:
The best Mars Volta album. Read More

By: mark_thomas
Jul 1, 2003

Guilty pleasure in the Comatorium - Mars Volta's addicting debut

Author's Rating:

Pros: Whew -- where to start?

Cons: Will make prog haters cringe; lyrics often unintelligible

Bottom Line:
Some folks are going to absolutely hate this album. Some folks are going to love it unconditionally. I'm in the second group, against my better judgment. Read More

By: Guildenstern
Jun 29, 2003

Morire y nadie me recordara

Author's Rating:

Pros: Oh yes oh yes oh yes

Cons: Just no

Bottom Line:
A work of pure genius from a band with immense promise and a very clear message to communicate. The best album of 2003 so far. Read More

By: hegder
Jul 20, 2004

Worth the price you'll pay.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Amazing, original, music; especially, outstanding vocals.

Cons: Conceptual dissonance.

Bottom Line:
It's best not to wait to hear this. I got in late and am kicking myself. Read More

By: slash1604
Mar 2, 2005

Believe the Hype, This Band is the Real Deal

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Pros: vocals, guitar, drums, bass, songwriting, album concept, sequencing, production, catchy...anything else?

Cons: Roulette Dares isn't great, a couple of the random stops were counterproductive

Bottom Line:
These guys are gonna be huge...but don't let that scare you away. Read More

By: ZombiEater
Aug 25, 2003

At the Drive Who?

Author's Rating:

Pros: Creative beyond belief, Brave, Amazing production, Long

Cons: Minor parts of extended tangents

Bottom Line:
A compelling mixture of lyrical ingenuity, engaging guitars that complement brilliant songwriting, and an overall feel that will leave you stunned in ecstacy as the album ends. Read More

By: _anna_
Sep 10, 2004