Four Lads Who Shook the Wirral
Half Man Half Biscuit · 1998
41 min · 13 tracks · indie rock
A sardonic blend of jangly indie rock and sharp social commentary wrapped in wry humor.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wry humor in every track
- quick bursts of satirical insight
- for brief commutes
- playful irreverence throughout the album
- cynical observations on everyday life
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer serious, somber themes
- dislike short, punchy songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Four Lads Who Shook the Wirral' was released in 1998, Half Man Half Biscuit had established themselves as cult figures within the UK indie scene, following their previous albums. This release came after a four-year hiatus since their last studio album, 'C91', showcasing their unique brand of satirical songwriting and continuing to build on their distinctive style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Fall· They Might Be Giants· Pavement
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Children of Apocalyptic Techstep 2:51
- 2 Four Skinny Indie Kids 2:34
- 3 You're Hard 2:12
- 4 On Reaching the Wensum 3:01
- 5 Moody Chops 2:39
- 6 Turn a Blind Eye 2:25
- 7 Split Single With Happy Lounge Labelmates 2:10
- 8 A Country Practice 6:33
- 9 Secret Gig 3:06
- 10 Soft Verges 5:37
- 11 Multitude 2:46
- 12 Ready Steady Goa 3:35
- 13 Keeping Two Chevrons Apart 1:49
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