| Supplications of the Last Gyrosophist | ||||
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| Released | July 12, 2013 | |||
| Genre | Industrial | |||
| Length | 44:05 | |||
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Supplications of the Last Gyrosophist is the second studio album by Abu Lahab, independently released on July 12, 2013. [1] The music was notably less hostile than his previous work and showcased a more dance-oriented sound. [2] At forty-four minutes, the album marks his lengthiest musical release to date.
All music is composed by Abu Lahab.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Hayenomorphic" | 10:58 |
| 2. | "Her Spleen in the Pond" | 8:11 |
| 3. | "Moth Moon Meiosis" | 4:38 |
| 4. | "Baleful Night" | 10:25 |
| 5. | "A Window, A Flickering Face" | 9:53 |
Adapted from the Supplications of the Last Gyrosophist liner notes. [3]
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