Fantastic Carburetor Man cover

Fantastic Carburetor Man

Dogbowl · 2001

52 min · 17 tracks · experimental music

A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi experimentation and whimsical storytelling wrapped in eccentric melodies and unconventional song structures.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Fantastic Carburetor Man — The title track encapsulates the album's quirky essence with its playful instrumentation and surreal lyrics, setting the tone for the entire project.
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    Hello Albatross — This track features an infectious melody intertwined with absurdist lyrics, showcasing Dogbowl's knack for blending humor with deeper existential themes.
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    The 1972 Christmas Bombing of North Vietnam — A provocative title belies a reflective exploration of historical trauma, highlighting Dogbowl's ability to weave serious themes into his whimsical style.
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    Bus — With its extended length and atmospheric build-up, this closing track contrasts sharply with the brevity of others, allowing for a moment of introspection amidst the eclecticism.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mir 3:33
  • 2 Hello Albatross 3:32
  • 3 Riverside 4:28
  • 4 Fantastic Carburetor Man 2:22
  • 5 Transplant Her Slowly 4:13
  • 6 Floating Chrysanthium 2:10
  • 7 You Love Me 1:01
  • 8 Oiseau Rouge 3:55
  • 9 You in the Telstar 1:46
  • 10 Sidewalk Open 2:51
  • 11 Giant Wasp Running 1:30
  • 12 A Whale With Legs 3:07
  • 13 A Broken Heart (It Ain't No Good) 4:08
  • 14 Toupee It Flies 1:34
  • 15 The 1972 Christmas Bombing of North Vietnam 2:55
  • 16 Moths Fluttering Under Streetlamps 3:58
  • 17 Bus 5:17

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