Released 40 years ago
Circus Maximus (Momus album)
Momus · 1986
47 min · 12 tracks · post-punk · Shibuya-kei · folktronica
A whimsical blend of baroque pop and post-punk with sharp, satirical lyrics and eclectic instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with satire
- steady pacing for thoughtful listening
- mid-tempo flow for casual vibes
- playful narratives inviting reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer straightforward lyrical content
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1986, 'Circus Maximus' was Momus's third studio album, following his critically acclaimed 'The Elephant' from 1985. At this point, he was establishing himself as a unique voice in the UK music scene, intertwining literary references with catchy melodies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cornelius· Pizzicato Five· Stereolab
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lucky Like St. Sebastian 3:19
- 2 The Lesson of Sodom (According to Lot) 3:43
- 3 John the Baptist Jones 3:12
- 4 King Solomon’s Song and Mine 3:17
- 5 Little Lord Obedience 5:13
- 6 The Day the Circus Came to Town 3:25
- 7 The Rape of Lucretia 4:57
- 8 Paper Wraps Rock 3:58
- 9 Rules of the Game of Quoits 4:03
- 10 “Nicky” 4:16
- 11 Don’t Leave 3:35
- 12 See a Friend in Tears 4:12
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