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Excess All Areas

Kevin Bloody Wilson · 2009

35 min · 11 tracks · country music

A raucous blend of irreverent humor and catchy melodies wrapped in a distinctly Australian country sound.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Don't Let The Goat Go — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its humorous storytelling and catchy chorus, embodying Wilson's signature style.
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    Bring Back the Biff — In this track, Wilson nostalgically reflects on simpler times while addressing contemporary issues with a humorous twist, making it memorable for listeners.
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    The Cougar Song — This song showcases Wilson's ability to tackle risqué subjects with wit and charm, highlighting societal perceptions of age and attraction.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends humor with catchy melodies, showcasing Kevin Bloody Wilson's unique style within Australian comedy music.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of humor in the lyrics, with each track telling a distinct story or joke.
  • Several tracks utilize call-and-response structures, engaging the listener and enhancing the comedic effect.
  • The pacing varies, with some tracks maintaining a fast tempo while others slow down for punchlines or narrative buildup.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful irreverence with humor
  • quick bursts of laughter
  • for casual gatherings
  • easy sing-along moments
  • light-hearted storytelling

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking serious emotional depth
  • prefer lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time of 'Excess All Areas', Kevin Bloody Wilson was already an established figure in Australian comedy music, known for his explicit and humorous songs. This album, released in 2009, followed his prior work that solidified his reputation as a provocateur in the genre, showcasing his unique blend of comedy and country influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Roger Miller· Ray Stevens· Lyle Lovett

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don't Let The Goat Go 3:11
  • 2 Nigel and Wilma 3:23
  • 3 Old Home Videos 3:01
  • 4 Bring Back the Biff 2:42
  • 5 Butter Face 3:23
  • 6 You Can’t Call Me Kev Anymore 2:57
  • 7 Nanna Never Farted 3:12
  • 8 The Cougar Song 3:38
  • 9 Common Sense 3:30
  • 10 Me Beer’s Cut Off 3:33
  • 11 Readin’ Me My Wrongs 3:22

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