Title: King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard – Polygondwanaland
Year: 2018
Matrix #: ATO0418
Condition: (not provided)
Description: Formed in Melbourne, Australia, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard became known for testing the limits of how music could be created and distributed. Polygondwanaland was released in 2017 as a free digital file with open permission for fans and labels to press their own vinyl, resulting in hundreds of editions worldwide. In 2022 the band made headlines again by pulling their catalog from Spotify, citing ethical concerns after CEO Daniel Ek invested heavily in Helsing, a company developing AI for military use. Their actions underline a consistent challenge to industry norms, making this record both a musical and cultural artifact.

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