Danse Manatee cover

Danse Manatee

Animal Collective · 2001

47 min · 12 tracks · electronic · art rock · psychedelic music

A kaleidoscopic blend of playful melodies and experimental soundscapes that defy genre boundaries.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful experimentation with sound
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • short tracks for quick bursts
  • engaging headphone detail exploration
  • whimsical energy for creative tasks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Danse Manatee' was released in July 2001, Animal Collective was still in their formative years, following their debut album 'Spirit They're Gone, Spirit They've Vanished.' This album served as a significant stepping stone before their breakthrough with 'Sung Tongs' in 2004, showcasing their evolving sound and experimentation with structure and form.
Stylistic neighbors
Panda Bear· Tame Impala· The Microphones

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 A Manatee Dance 1:02
  • 2 Penguin Penguin 2:15
  • 3 Another White Singer (Little White Glove) 1:58
  • 4 Essplode 3:23
  • 5 Meet the Light Child 8:44
  • 6 Runnin’ the Round Ball 2:07
  • 7 Bad Crumbs 1:43
  • 8 The Living Toys 7:48
  • 9 Throwin’ the Round Ball 1:35
  • 10 Ahhh Good Country 8:18
  • 11 Lablakely Dress 2:38
  • 12 In the Singing Box 5:36

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