"C" Is for (Please Insert Sophomoric Genitalia Reference HERE)
Puscifer · 2009
28 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock
A provocative blend of industrial beats and experimental rock, layered with sardonic wit and introspective lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Momma Sed (Alive @ Club Nokia) — This track features a haunting vocal delivery paired with lush instrumentation, exemplifying the band's ability to marry emotion with avant-garde soundscapes.
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The Humbling River — A standout for its introspective lyrics and atmospheric arrangement, this song encapsulates the thematic depth present throughout the album while maintaining a melodic accessibility.
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Vagina Mine (Alive @ Club Nokia) — This live version highlights the raw energy of Puscifer's performances, blending humor and sensuality in a way that challenges societal norms around sexuality.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases a blend of industrial and experimental rock with strong production choices, though it may not deeply engage listeners over time.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a heavy industrial beat that sets a dark, atmospheric tone, which is maintained throughout the EP.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and spoken word elements, creating a dynamic interplay between melody and rhythm.
- The final track shifts to a more introspective sound, incorporating acoustic elements that contrast with the preceding electronic textures.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sardonic humor in every track
- steady build to a climax
- engaging live performance energy
- short bursts of introspection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — The album features bold experimentation and humor, distinct from earlier works.
- Career context
- Released in 2009, 'C' Is for (Please Insert Sophomoric Genitalia Reference HERE) marked Puscifer's third studio album, following their 2007 debut, 'V' Is for Vagina. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique identity within the alternative and industrial rock scenes, leveraging frontman Maynard James Keenan's established reputation from Tool and A Perfect Circle.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tool· A Perfect Circle· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Polar Bear 4:02
- 2 The Mission (M Is for Milla mix) 3:43
- 3 Momma Sed (Alive @ Club Nokia) 6:13
- 4 Vagina Mine (Alive @ Club Nokia) 5:08
- 5 Potions (Deliverance mix) 4:35
- 6 The Humbling River 5:05
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