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Better Than Sex

Igor & The Red Elvises · 1999

39 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · reggae · disco

A vibrant mix of rockabilly swagger and surf music energy, infused with playful disco rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful energy for gatherings
  • steady rhythm for dancing
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • lighthearted vibes throughout
  • for summer parties

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek deep, complex narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1999, Igor & The Red Elvises had established themselves as a unique act blending various genres. 'Better Than Sex' is their third studio album, following the success of 'Trans-Siberian Surf Rock,' which helped them gain a dedicated cult audience and solidify their distinct sound within the alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Gogol Bordello· The Bouncing Souls· DeVotchKa

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Red Lips, Red Eyes, Red Stockings 2:47
  • 2 Hanky Panky Kind of Love 4:07
  • 3 Wild Man 2:53
  • 4 Painted Love 4:19
  • 5 Joint Was Jumping 2:54
  • 6 Wonderful Night 3:28
  • 7 To the Top 3:44
  • 8 Strip Joint Is Closed 4:17
  • 9 Closet Disco Dancer 3:57
  • 10 Jumping Cat Boogie 2:47
  • 11 Mamasita 3:52

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata