Dick Around
Sparks · 2006
28 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock
Playful yet subversive, this album blends art rock with cheeky lyrics and eclectic arrangements.
Why this album works
- Best for
- playful and subversive themes engaging live performance energy quirky narratives throughout tracks
- Context
- Released in 2006, 'Dick Around' marked Sparks' return to the music scene after a six-year hiatus since their last studio album, 'Lil' Beethoven'. The album showcases their signature blend of wit and experimentation, further solidifying their status as influential figures in alternative and art rock.
- If you like
- alternative rock, new wave, pop rock
Dick Around is a single by Sparks, released in 2006. Playful yet subversive, this album blends art rock with cheeky lyrics and eclectic arrangements. 'Dick Around' received positive critical reception, with reviewers highlighting its clever songwriting and unique sound. The title track gained attention for its provocative themes, contributing to an ongoing conversation about artistic freedom and censorship within the music industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dick Around sound like?
Playful yet subversive, this album blends art rock with cheeky lyrics and eclectic arrangements. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes Dick Around by Sparks notable?
'Dick Around' received positive critical reception, with reviewers highlighting its clever songwriting and unique sound. The title track gained attention for its provocative themes, contributing to an ongoing conversation about artistic freedom and censorship within the music industry. Released in 2006, 'Dick Around' marked Sparks' return to the music scene after a six-year hiatus since their last studio album, 'Lil' Beethoven'. The album showcases their signature blend of wit and experimentation, further solidifying their status as influential figures in alternative and art rock.
Who is Dick Around for?
Dick Around works well if you're into playful and subversive themes, engaging live performance energy and quirky narratives throughout tracks.
How many songs are on Dick Around?
Dick Around has 6 tracks, running approximately 28 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dick Around (radio edit) Standout 3:49
- 2 (Baby Baby) Can I Invade Your Country (alternate take) Standout 6:35
- 3 Happy Hunting Ground (live) Standout 4:33
- 4 Bon Voyage (live) 4:52
- 5 In the Future (live) 2:16
- 6 Interview of Sparks by Steve Jones of Jonesey's Jukebox 6:44
Release Date
January 1, 2006
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
28 min 51 sec
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