Phallus Dei - Adorations

Review by Dawn Knox

Album Review: Adorations by Phallus Dei – A Genre-Bending Odyssey Released in 1969, Adorations by Phallus Dei is a bold experiment in sound that straddles the line between Pop/Rock, Electronic, Industrial, and Experimental music. With its roots planted firmly in both the US and Germany, this album feels like a transatlantic fever dream of creativity. Backed by labels such as Hollows Hill Sound Recordings and Paragoric, it’s an ambitious project that reflects its era while pushing boundaries most artists wouldn’t dare touch. The production credits reveal some intriguing details—Bobby Bachinger helmed tracks 3 through 7, 10, and 12, bringing cohesion to what could easily have been a disjointed effort. And let’s be real here—it kinda still is disjointed, but in the best way possible. The album’s eclectic mix of Alternative Pop/Rock, Indie vibes, and straight-up weirdness makes for a listening experience you won’t soon forget. Standout Tracks One track that sticks with me is “Death And The Maiden.” It's haunting yet oddly catchy, blending eerie synths with jagged guitar riffs that feel like they’re clawing at your brain. There’s something about how raw and unpolished it sounds—it doesn’t try too hard to impress, which ironically makes it all the more impressive. Listening to it feels like eavesdropping on a séance gone wrong, if séances had drum machines and distortion pedals. Another standout is “Circles on Circles (The Final Realm Mix).” This remix version takes the original track and cranks up the intensity, layering looped rhythms over pulsating basslines until you're not sure whether to dance or run away screaming. Its hypnotic quality sneaks up on you; one moment you’re tapping your foot, the next you’re lost in its labyrinthine beats. If this song were a person, it’d be staring at you from across a dimly lit room, daring you to look away first. Reflections on Adorations What strikes me most about Adorations isn’t just its genre-blurring audacity but also its willingness to embrace imperfection. Sure, some transitions between tracks feel clunky, and there are moments where the experimentation teeters on self-indulgence—but maybe that’s the point. In 1969, when so much music was trying to fit neatly into boxes labeled “Psychedelic” or “Folk,” Phallus Dei said, “Nah, we’ll do whatever we want.” And honestly? That chaotic energy works. You can tell these guys weren’t chasing chart success—they were chasing something deeper, darker, and far more interesting. By the time you reach the final notes of O Sacrum Convivium, you realize you’ve been taken on a journey that defies easy categorization. So yeah, Adorations might not be everyone’s cup of tea. But for those who appreciate music that challenges as much as it entertains, it’s a hidden gem worth digging up. Just don’t expect it to hold your hand along the way—it’s more likely to shove you into the deep end and laugh as you flail around. Final thought: Whoever decided to release this in the same year as Woodstock deserves a medal—or at least a knowing nod. Peace, love, and… industrial noise? Go figure.

Artist: Phallus Dei
Album: Adorations

1969

Rating: 4.75

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Circles on Circles	06:46
Pornocrates (Bloodlust A Go-Go Version)	7:37
Spiral	7:04
The Arising (A New-Day Version)	4:04
Tortured Heroine	5:27
O Sacrum Convivium	2:44
Arising	04:04
Dead Birds Floating	3:36
Death And The Maiden	5:07
Phallus Theme	1:53
Dog	1:47
The Outer Bone	6:58
Pornocrates	07:37
Circles On Circles (The Final Realm Mix)	6:46
Death and the Maiden	05:07
She Suffers (And Makes Suffer)	6:49
Sacrum Convivium	02:44

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Phallus Dei - Death And The Maiden

Phallus Dei - Spiral

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Catalog Numbers

60007-2
PA 07

Labels

Hollows Hill Sound Recordings
Paragoric

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CD
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Credits

Role	Credit
Producer	Bobby Bachinger (tracks: 3 to 7, 10, 12)

Notes

Tracks 1 and 2 previously unreleased. Tracks 3 to 6 and 12 are from the Pornocrates album. Track 7 is taken from Luxuria. Tracks 8 and 9 are taken from Cyberflesh. Tracks 10 and 11 are taken from Pontifex Maximus.
Tracks 1 and 2 previously unreleased. Tracks 3-6 and 12 are from the Pornocrates album. Track 7 is taken from Luxuria. Tracks 8 and 9 are taken from Cyberflesh. Tracks 10 and 11 are taken from Pontifex Maximus. Words on track 7 by Charles Manson. Words on track 9 by Adi Newton.

Barcodes

Barcode: 6 14256 00072 3

About Phallus Dei

Experimental band founded by Oliver Strahl Lingam in 1988.

Aliases

Phd²
Elhaz

Members

Richard Van Kruysdijk
Bianca N. Lingam
Oliver St. Lingam
Joris Huijbregts
Marc Ernsting
Ingo H. Jülich
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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Adorations* by Phallus Dei is a wild mix of genres and styles, blending Industrial, Experimental, and Alternative sounds way back in 1969. It’s like they were ahead of their time, pushing boundaries before people even knew what "experimental" truly meant. Fun detail—Bobby Bachinger produced most of the tracks, but the album still feels chaotic and raw, like a musical rebellion. Oh, and it was released in both the US and Germany, which makes sense since its sound crosses borders just like its themes do. Definitely not your average record from the '60s!