Carbon Monoxide

Cake · 2004

7 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock · country · indie rock

A playful blend of alternative rock and experimental textures, underscored by clever lyricism and a distinctive rhythmic flair.

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Carbon Monoxide is a single by Cake, released in 2004. A playful blend of alternative rock and experimental textures, underscored by clever lyricism and a distinctive rhythmic flair. The album features the title track 'Carbon Monoxide', which received significant airplay and became a staple in the band's live performances. Cake's ability to blend genres and witty commentary helped solidify their position within the early 2000s alternative scene, influencing similar acts that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does Carbon Monoxide sound like?

A playful blend of alternative rock and experimental textures, underscored by clever lyricism and a distinctive rhythmic flair. Rooted in alternative rock and country.

What makes Carbon Monoxide by Cake notable?

The album features the title track 'Carbon Monoxide', which received significant airplay and became a staple in the band's live performances. Cake's ability to blend genres and witty commentary helped solidify their position within the early 2000s alternative scene, influencing similar acts that followed. By the time 'Carbon Monoxide' was released in January 2004, Cake had already established themselves as a unique voice in alternative rock with their prior albums like 'Fashion Nugget' (1996) and 'Comfort Eagle' (2001). This release came during a period of steady popularity, showcasing the band's continued experimentation with sound while maintaining their signature satirical lyrical style.

How many songs are on Carbon Monoxide?

Carbon Monoxide has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.