A Pollinaire Rave
Kevin Barnes · 2005
22 min · 7 tracks · alternative rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of eclectic sounds and provocative lyrics that challenge conventional songwriting and genre boundaries.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Fading and Frozen Phallus in the Eye of a Young Brute — Opening with an audacious title, this track sets the tone for the album’s irreverent exploration of identity and sexuality through playful wordplay and frenetic rhythms.
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Nightmare Onanism — This track stands out for its haunting melody juxtaposed with unsettling lyrics, effectively capturing the album's thematic tension between desire and discomfort.
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Wednesday's Foam on Tuesday Again? — With its intricate layers and shifting tempos, this song exemplifies Barnes' knack for blending catchy hooks with abstract narratives that challenge listener expectations.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Nightmare Onanism
A shift in perspective occurs as the lyrics transition from a third-person observation to a first-person confession, revealing deeper vulnerabilities.
This change not only heightens emotional intimacy but also creates a stark contrast within the song, emphasizing the internal conflict at play.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Fading and Frozen Phallus in the Eye of a Young Brute 2:43
- 2 Whatever Happened to the Breath of Tom the Sandwidth? 2:43
- 3 Nightmare Onanism 3:05
- 4 Gladiator Chestsex and the Collision 2:47
- 5 Shut the Orb Lady! 3:08
- 6 Wednesday's Foam on Tuesday Again? 4:29
- 7 Yes, the Bird May Remember Being Hoofed 3:25
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