CSI:Ambleside
Half Man Half Biscuit · 2008
43 min · 13 tracks · indie rock
Witty, satirical indie rock laced with absurdity and sharp social commentary unfolds across eclectic musical backdrops.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bad Losers on Yahoo Chess — This track encapsulates the band's penchant for humor while reflecting on the absurdities of online interactions, making it a standout representation of their style.
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King of Hi-Vis — A sharp critique wrapped in catchy melodies, this song addresses modern working life and societal observations, exemplifying the band's witty lyricism.
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National Shite Day — The lengthy narrative encapsulates the essence of British frustration with bureaucracy and societal norms, showcasing the band's storytelling prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- witty commentary on everyday absurdities
- short bursts of sardonic humor
- for casual gatherings
- quirky storytelling with sharp observations
Maybe skip if you
- prefer serious, somber themes
- seek lengthy, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- CSI:Ambleside is Half Man Half Biscuit's eighth studio album, released during a period of sustained cult status following their previous album, Achtung Bono. Their unique brand of humor and commentary on British culture continued to resonate with a dedicated fanbase, solidifying their presence in the indie rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Fall· They Might Be Giants· Pavement
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Evening of Swing (Has Been Cancelled) 3:26
- 2 Bad Losers on Yahoo Chess 3:17
- 3 Took Problem Chimp to Ideal Home Show 4:45
- 4 Ode to Joyce 2:17
- 5 Blue Badge Abuser 2:46
- 6 Totnes Bickering Fair 2:39
- 7 King of Hi-Vis 3:27
- 8 Lord Hereford's Knob 3:50
- 9 On the 'Roids 3:58
- 10 Petty Sessions 1:10
- 11 Little in the Way of Sunshine 3:06
- 12 Give Us Bubblewrap 2:48
- 13 National Shite Day 6:24
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