A Little Man and a House and the Whole World Window
Cardiacs · 1988
49 min · 11 tracks · post-punk · art rock · experimental rock
A kaleidoscopic journey blending frenetic rhythms, whimsical melodies, and eccentric lyrical storytelling in a post-punk tapestry.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with eccentricity
- frenetic rhythms that energize
- playful melodies for sing-alongs
- kaleidoscopic soundscapes to explore
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, predictable sounds
- seek instant gratification in tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1988, 'A Little Man and a House and the Whole World Window' is Cardiacs' third studio album, following their previous effort 'On Land and in the Sea.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound, characterized by complex musical structures and an eclectic approach that was gaining them a loyal cult following.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Residents· Frank Zappa· This Heat
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Little Man and a House 5:01
- 2 In a City Lining 5:54
- 3 I’m Eating in Bed 5:00
- 4 Is This the Life? 5:37
- 5 Interlude 0:46
- 6 Dive 4:08
- 7 The Icing on the World 4:02
- 8 The Breakfast Line 4:54
- 9 Victory Egg 3:07
- 10 R.E.S. 5:16
- 11 The Whole World Window 5:46
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