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Frank Black Francis

Black Francis · 2004

85 min · 28 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · alternative country

A raw and eclectic tapestry of alternative rock, blending lo-fi energy with heartfelt melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of raw energy
  • playful irreverence in sound
  • quirky melodies for casual listening
  • nostalgic vibes with eclectic charm
  • engaging sing-along moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy, cohesive albums
  • seek polished, refined production

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2004, 'Frank Black Francis' marked Black Francis's return to solo work after a period of exploring diverse musical collaborations. This album came after his stint with the Pixies and several solo albums, showcasing his continued evolution as an artist while revisiting some of the stylistic elements that defined his earlier career.
Stylistic neighbors
Pixies· Frank Black· Weezer

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 The Holiday Song 1:54
  • 2 I’m Amazed 1:25
  • 3 Rock a My Soul 1:50
  • 4 Isla de Encanta 1:39
  • 5 Caribou 3:00
  • 6 Broken Face 1:21
  • 7 Build High 1:26
  • 8 Nimrod’s Son 2:08
  • 9 Ed Is Dead 2:45
  • 10 Subbacultcha 2:45
  • 11 Boom Chickaboom 2:33
  • 12 I’ve Been Tired 3:10
  • 13 Break My Body 1:55
  • 14 Oh My Golly 1:59
  • 15 Vamos 2:14

Disc 2

  • 1 Caribou 3:09
  • 2 Where Is My Mind? 3:41
  • 3 Cactus 2:41
  • 4 Nimrod’s Son 3:01
  • 5 Levitate Me 2:01
  • 6 Wave of Mutilation 2:25
  • 7 Monkey Gone to Heaven 3:49
  • 8 Velouria 4:35
  • 9 The Holiday Song 2:21
  • 10 Into the White 3:24
  • 11 Is She Weird? 3:51
  • 12 Subbacultcha 2:56
  • 13 Planet of Sound 14:56

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