Why this album works
This album is significant for its critical reception, with many praising its experimental nature and bold lyrical themes. It contributed to the band's reputation as a pioneering force in the Dutch underground music scene, influencing subsequent generations of artists seeking to fuse punk energy with artistic expression.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with surprises dynamic journey through emotions expressive vocals with urgency
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'And the Weathermen Shrug Their Shoulders' is The Ex's fifth studio album, coming after their acclaimed 1991 release 'Too Many Cowboys'. At this point, The Ex had firmly established themselves within the European avant-garde and post-punk scenes, continually evolving their sound while maintaining a fierce DIY ethos.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Velvet Underground· Kate Bush· Lou Reed
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dere Geliyor Dere 4:20
- 2 The Big Black Standout 5:33
- 3 What's The Story 2:19
- 4 Lamp Lady 3:48
- 5 One-Liner From China 1:32
- 6 Everything & Me 3:59
- 7 New Clear Daze Standout 4:41
- 8 Oh Puckerlips Now 4:04
- 9 Empty V 2:25
- 10 Okinawa Mon Amour 2:26
- 11 Dear House 4:41
- 12 Conviction Going Gaga 1:36
- 13 Stupid Competitions 4:15
- 14 Hickwall 3:11
- 15 War OD Standout 6:12
- 16 [untitled] 2:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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