Folk the World Tour cover

Folk the World Tour

Flight of the Conchords · 2002

47 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · funk

Whimsical acoustic melodies intertwine with clever, satirical lyrics that capture the essence of quirky New Zealand humor.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling with humor
  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • quirky melodies for lighthearted moments
  • captive attention through satire

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward, serious themes
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, 'Folk the World Tour' marked Flight of the Conchords' debut album, following their early success in New Zealand comedy. At this stage, they were transitioning from local fame to international recognition, propelled by their unique blend of folk and comedy music.
Stylistic neighbors
The Lonely Island· Tenacious D· Bo Burnham

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Petrov, Yelyena, and Me 6:07
  • 2 K.I.S.S.I.N.G. Part A 1:46
  • 3 K.I.S.S.I.N.G. Part B 1:12
  • 4 Pencils in the Wind 4:04
  • 5 Bus Driver's Song 4:51
  • 6 Angels 2:57
  • 7 Bowie 4:02
  • 8 Albi 2:06
  • 9 Mermaid, Part A 3:23
  • 10 Mermaid, Part B 4:11
  • 11 Nothin' Wrong 2:51
  • 12 Something Special for the Ladies 3:38
  • 13 Hotties 3:12
  • 14 Frodo (2000 L.O.T.R. rejected demo version) 3:33

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