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Released 15 years ago this June

Alpocalypse

"Weird Al" Yankovic · 2011

84 min · 22 tracks · comedy rock · nerdcore · parody music

A playful fusion of satire and catchy melodies that critiques modern culture through humorous storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful satire for lighthearted moments
  • short bursts of catchy humor
  • dynamic pacing with comedic relief
  • sing-along fun with friends
  • for party atmospheres

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of serious themes
  • prefer long, introspective pieces

Where this album fits

Themes
celebrity culture critique· government secrecy satire· viral internet trends
Career context
"Alpocalypse" is Weird Al Yankovic's 13th studio album, released during a career resurgence following his 2006 album "Straight Outta Lynwood." At this point, he had solidified his status as a pop culture icon, having experienced renewed visibility due to viral internet trends and his continued relevance in music parodies.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
I Told You I Was Freaky by Flight of the Conchords — Combines humor and catchy melodies while satirizing modern relationships and pop culture.
The Pick of Destiny by Tenacious D — Merges comedic storytelling with rock anthems, critiquing fame and the music industry in a playful way.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Perform This Way 2:54
  • 2 CNR 3:21
  • 3 TMZ 3:40
  • 4 Skipper Dan 4:01
  • 5 Polka Face 4:47
  • 6 Craigslist 4:53
  • 7 Party in the CIA 2:56
  • 8 Ringtone 3:24
  • 9 Another Tattoo 2:49
  • 10 If That Isn’t Love 3:48
  • 11 Whatever You Like 3:41
  • 12 Stop Forwarding That Crap to Me 5:42

Disc 2

  • 1 CNR 2:52
  • 2 TMZ 3:37
  • 3 Skipper Dan 3:45
  • 4 Craigslist 4:55
  • 5 Party in the CIA 2:24
  • 6 Ringtone 3:39
  • 7 Another Tattoo 3:01
  • 8 If That Isn’t Love 3:39
  • 9 Whatever You Like 3:57
  • 10 Stop Forwarding That Crap to Me 6:13

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