Released 30 years ago
Fruitcake
Eraserheads · 1996
73 min · 22 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant fusion of alternative rock and playful experimentation, with a whimsical approach to holiday themes and storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fruitcake — The title track encapsulates the album's playful tone while merging catchy melodies with clever lyrics that reflect on festive absurdities.
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Old Fashioned Christmas Carol — This track cleverly subverts classic carol structures, blending nostalgia with modern sensibilities, showcasing the band's unique take on holiday traditions.
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Santa Ain't Comin' No Mo' — With its catchy refrain and humorous take on holiday expectations, this song highlights the band's wit and ability to address serious themes through lighthearted storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical holiday celebrations
- dynamic pacing with surprises
- playful tunes for gatherings
- nostalgic reflections on tradition
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- prefer serious, somber themes
- seek cohesive long-form experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Fruitcake was the Eraserheads' fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Cutterpillow. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their status as the leading force in Filipino rock music, leveraging their popularity to explore more eclectic sounds and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rivermaya· Parokya ni Edgar· Sugarfree
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fruitcake 5:01
- 2 Shadow 2:38
- 3 Flat Tire 4:10
- 4 Shadow Boxes Accountants 1:02
- 5 Gatekeeper 2:43
- 6 Old Fashioned Christmas Carol 4:39
- 7 Styrosnow 2:15
- 8 Trip to Jerusalem 6:15
- 9 Shadow Reads the News Today, Oh Boy 0:28
- 10 Fruit Fairy 2:50
- 11 The Fabulous Baker Boy 5:00
- 12 Lord of the Rhum 4:02
- 13 Lightyears 4:19
- 14 Christmas Ball 3:19
- 15 Mono Virus 4:28
- 16 Shadow@buttholesurfs.com 1:05
- 17 Rise and Shine 3:33
- 18 Santa Ain't Comin' No Mo' 2:53
- 19 Christmas Party 4:04
- 20 Hitchin' a Ride 3:39
- 21 Christmas Morning 4:07
- 22 Merry Christmas Everybody Happy New Year Too 0:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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