Big Lizard in My Backyard
Dead Milkmen · 1985
42 min · 21 tracks · punk · comedy rock · cowpunk
A frenetic blend of punk and humor that captures the absurdity of suburban life.
Big Lizard in My Backyard is an album by Dead Milkmen, released in 1985. A frenetic blend of punk and humor that captures the absurdity of suburban life. 'Big Lizard in My Backyard' is significant for its role in popularizing comedic elements within punk rock, influencing a wave of similar bands. The track 'Bitchin' Camaro' became a college radio staple and helped the album gain traction, showcasing the band's knack for blending satire with catchy music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Big Lizard in My Backyard sound like?
A frenetic blend of punk and humor that captures the absurdity of suburban life. Rooted in punk and comedy rock.
What makes Big Lizard in My Backyard by Dead Milkmen notable?
'Big Lizard in My Backyard' is significant for its role in popularizing comedic elements within punk rock, influencing a wave of similar bands. The track 'Bitchin' Camaro' became a college radio staple and helped the album gain traction, showcasing the band's knack for blending satire with catchy music. Released in January 1985, 'Big Lizard in My Backyard' was the Dead Milkmen's debut album, launching their unique take on comedy rock. At this point, the band was still establishing their identity within the burgeoning alternative scene, combining irreverent lyrics with catchy punk melodies. This album set the stage for their subsequent rise to cult status in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
How many songs are on Big Lizard in My Backyard?
Big Lizard in My Backyard has 21 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tiny Town Standout 1:45
- 2 Beach Song 1:59
- 3 Plum Dumb 1:55
- 4 Swordfish 1:31
- 5 V.F.W. 1:49
- 6 Rastabilly 1:08
- 7 Serrated Edge 1:59
- 8 Lucky 2:09
- 9 Big Lizard 1:59
- 10 Gorilla Girl 1:32
- 11 Bitchin' Camaro Standout 3:01
- 12 Filet of Sole 1:57
- 13 Spit Sink 2:07
- 14 Violent School Standout 1:57
- 15 Takin' Retards to the Zoo 0:48
- 16 Junkie 0:51
- 17 Right Wing Pigeons 2:21
- 18 Dean's Dream 1:49
- 19 Laundromat Song 1:46
- 20 Nutrition 2:17
- 21 Tugena 5:27
Release Date
January 1, 1985
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 14 sec
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