Released 20 years ago
Fast Man Raider Man
Black Francis · 2006
94 min · 27 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · alternative country
A reflective blend of alternative rock and country textures infused with Black Francis's signature lyrical surrealism.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective storytelling with surrealism
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- melancholic themes of longing
- varied pacing keeps engagement
- for contemplative road trips
Maybe skip if you want
- seeks high-energy dance tracks
- prefers long, cohesive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 19, 2006, 'Fast Man Raider Man' marked Black Francis's first solo album after the Pixies' reunion in 2004. This period saw him exploring more personal and introspective themes compared to the band’s earlier work, showcasing his evolution as a songwriter while retaining his distinct style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pixies· Frank Black· Weezer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 If Your Poison Gets You 2:56
- 2 Johnny Barleycorn 4:50
- 3 Fast Man 4:12
- 4 You Can’t Crucify Yourself 3:23
- 5 Dirty Old Town 3:03
- 6 Wanderlust 3:27
- 7 Seven Days 4:11
- 8 Raider Man 3:04
- 9 The End of the Summer 3:53
- 10 Dog Sleep 3:48
- 11 When the Paint Grows Darker Still 3:33
- 12 I’m Not Dead (I’m in Pittsburgh) 3:41
- 13 Golden Shore 3:17
Disc 2
- 1 In the Time of My Ruin 4:21
- 2 Down to You 2:17
- 3 Highway to Lowdown 2:35
- 4 Kiss My Ring 2:29
- 5 My Terrible Ways 3:36
- 6 Fitzgerald 3:12
- 7 Elijah 3:16
- 8 It’s Just Not Your Moment 5:32
- 9 The Real El Rey 3:20
- 10 Where the Wind Is Going 3:32
- 11 Holland Town 2:32
- 12 Sad Old World 4:57
- 13 Don’t Cry That Way 2:25
- 14 Fare Thee Well 3:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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