King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Announce New Album Entropy and Tours
The prolific rock band sets December release for Entropy alongside extensive North American tour dates.
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1New Album Release Scheduled
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard will release their latest studio album, Entropy, on December 4. This project serves as a companion piece to their previous record, Alien Metal. The band initially intended to release both albums simultaneously, but recording difficulties led them to develop Entropy as a distinct, independent musical work.
2Evolution of the Project
Frontman Stu Mackenzie explained that the band needed more time for the album to simmer. While Alien Metal focused on Eurorack explorations, Entropy emerged as a separate entity. Mackenzie noted that the new tracks operate at 160bpm in the key of A, contrasting with the 143bpm and F sharp key of their predecessor.
3North American Tour Schedule
The band has scheduled two separate North American tour legs for next year. The first series of performances begins in August, starting in Los Angeles and moving through various Western states and Canadian provinces. The second leg is set for October, focusing on Southern and Midwestern venues across the United States and Canada.
4August Performance Highlights
The August tour kicks off with shows at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery on August 5 and 6. The itinerary includes stops at the Rady Shell in San Diego and the Pepsi Amphitheater in Flagstaff. The leg concludes with a series of Canadian dates in Vancouver, Calgary, Saskatoon, and Winnipeg before heading to Minneapolis.
5October Tour Itinerary
The October tour leg starts in Dallas on October 6 and continues through Austin, New Orleans, and Atlanta. Notable venues include the Caverns in Grundy County and the Hellbender in Asheville. The tour wraps up with performances in Montreal, Toronto, Cleveland, and a final show at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago on October 22.
6Tracklist and Single Reveal
The album features eight tracks, including the lead single Rogue Wave, which is currently available for listeners. The full tracklist consists of Aeon, Heaven Hell, Hard Sync, Rogue Wave, Angel, To Mercury, Face of the Earth, and the title track, Entropy. These songs represent the band’s latest exploration of their signature rock sound.
7Musical Context and Background
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard are known for their prolific output and experimental approach to rock music. Their inclusion in lists like Pitchfork’s Top 20 Rock Albums of 2017 highlights their sustained influence in the genre. This new release continues their trend of thematic experimentation and rapid-fire production cycles within the industry.
8Strategic Tour Planning
By splitting the tour into two distinct segments, the band manages a wide geographic reach across North America. This approach allows them to cover diverse markets from the West Coast to the Midwest and the South. Fans can expect a comprehensive live experience that showcases both the new material and their established catalog.