Cube E: Live in Holland
The Residents · 1994
72 min · 26 tracks
A surreal blend of avant-garde soundscapes and theatrical storytelling, echoing the absurdity of Americana.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its unique fusion of live performance and interactive art, reinforcing The Residents' position as pioneers in multimedia art. The album's concept, exploring themes of American culture through absurdity, resonated with both fans and critics, leading to notable acclaim in underground circles. It exemplified the band's innovative approach during a time when alternative music was gaining momentum.
- Best for
- theatrical storytelling and absurdity wave-like pacing with peaks surreal soundscapes for exploration
- Context
- By 1994, The Residents were well into their experimental career, having established a reputation for bizarre and innovative performances. "Cube E: Live in Holland" followed their 1991 album "Freak Show" and showcased their continued commitment to combining visual arts with music. This live recording captures the essence of their theatrical stage presence and conceptual approach as they further explored narrative-driven performances.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Part 1: Buckaroo Blues: From the Plains to Mexico Standout 4:11
- 2 Part 1: Buckaroo Blues: The Theme From Buckaroo Blues 1:58
- 3 Part 1: Buckaroo Blues: The Stampede 4:33
- 4 Part 1: Buckaroo Blues: The Trail Dance 1:35
- 5 Part 1: Buckaroo Blues: Bury Me Not 3:02
- 6 Part 1: Buckaroo Blues: Cowboy Waltz 1:09
- 7 Part 1: Buckaroo Blues: Saddle Sores 1:46
- 8 Part 1: Buckaroo Blues: The Theme From Buckaroo Blues (reprise) 2:27
- 9 Part 2: Black Berry: The Gospel Truth 2:26
- 10 Part 2: Black Berry: Shortnin' Bread 1:40
- 11 Part 2: Black Berry: Black Barry 0:27
- 12 Part 2: Black Berry: Forty-Four 3:00
- 13 Part 2: Black Berry: Engine 44 1:41
- 14 Part 2: Black Berry: New Orleans 0:52
- 15 Part 2: Black Berry: Voodoo Queen Standout 3:05
- 16 Part 2: Black Berry: What Am I Gonna Do? 2:58
- 17 Part 2: Black Berry: Organism 3:58
- 18 Part 3: The Baby King: Ober 7:36
- 19 Part 3: The Baby King: The Baby King I 1:48
- 20 Part 3: The Baby King: Don't Be Cruel Standout 2:25
- 21 Part 3: The Baby King: Devil in Disguise 2:42
- 22 Part 3: The Baby King: Burning Love 3:01
- 23 Part 3: The Baby King: Teddy Bear 3:51
- 24 Part 3: The Baby King: Love Me Tender 5:01
- 25 Part 3: The Baby King: The Baby King II 1:17
- 26 Part 3: The Baby King: Hound Dog / Out 3:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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