The Flaming Lips

In March 1987, The Flaming Lips were on the cusp of a transformation, following the release of their third studio album, "The Unicorns Have Got to Go." This album was a raw, eclectic mix that showcased their early experimental sound, yet it didn’t garner the commercial success they aimed for. The live recording from their performance at Key West in London, Ontario, marks a crucial moment in the band’s evolution; it's a snapshot of them working through their sound in a small venue, embodying that sweet, gritty essence of mid-‘80s indie rock. Another interesting tidbit—despite the somewhat rough quality of the recording, characteristic of that era, fans can hear hints of their later psychedelic influences breaking through, foreshadowing the lush soundscapes they would embrace in the years to come. Their live performances were, and still are, a celebration of spontaneity; even then, you could feel the sparks of creativity that would explode in their later, more polished work.

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