Flaming Lips Reissue 'At War With the Mystics' With Rarities

The Flaming Lips are releasing a comprehensive reissue of their 2006 album, 'At War With the Mystics,' on July 26, 2024, through Warner Records. This expanded edition will feature a substantial collection of previously unreleased material, including dozens of rarities. The reissue will encompass a total of 65 tracks spread across four LPs or three CDs, offering fans an in-depth look at the album's creation and the band's output around that period. Among the newly included content are 30 demo recordings, 15 B-sides, and 20 live tracks, providing a rich auditory experience that goes beyond the original album's 12 songs.

Fans can get a preview of the reissue with the release of "The Sound Of Failure [2 Demos]," which showcases early versions of the album's tracks. The collection also includes a notable cover of Queen's iconic song "Bohemian Rhapsody," offering a unique interpretation by the psychedelic rock band. The original 'At War With the Mystics' album, released on April 4, 2006, was a critical and commercial success for The Flaming Lips, known for their experimental sound and elaborate live performances. The album explored themes of spirituality, consumerism, and societal control, delivered with the band's signature blend of whimsical and profound lyricism.

This reissue aims to satisfy the band's dedicated fanbase by providing access to a wealth of archival material that has been largely unavailable until now. The extensive nature of the bonus content underscores the band's prolific creative process during the mid-2000s. The Flaming Lips, formed in 1983 in Oklahoma City, have consistently pushed artistic boundaries throughout their career, evolving their sound and visual presentation across numerous studio albums and acclaimed live shows. Their discography includes seminal works such as 'The Soft Bulletin' (1999) and 'Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots' (2002), both of which garnered significant critical acclaim and expanded their global reach. The 'At War With the Mystics' reissue continues this tradition of offering deep dives into their artistic output, allowing listeners to trace the evolution of songs and explore the band's creative explorations. The release is available for pre-order now, with the full collection set to drop on July 26, 2024.