Glyptothek cover

Glyptothek

Momus · 2015

46 min · 16 tracks · post-punk · Shibuya-kei · folktronica

Eclectic pop textures weave through whimsical narratives, blending Shibuya-kei and folktronica with post-punk undertones.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical narratives for curious minds
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • mid-tempo flow during casual moments
  • short tracks for breaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer longer, immersive pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2015, 'Glyptothek' marked Momus's continued exploration of eclectic sounds after his 2013 album 'The Homosexual'. At this point in his career, he was well-established as a unique voice in alternative music, known for his literary lyrics and genre-defying style.
Stylistic neighbors
Cornelius· Pizzicato Five· Stereolab

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Art Creep 2:48
  • 2 Masks of Bebko 2:51
  • 3 Moral Mountain 2:33
  • 4 Chef Biff 2:40
  • 5 The Kappa 2:25
  • 6 The Etruscan Shepherd 3:13
  • 7 AFK 3:05
  • 8 Gregor Samsa 2:40
  • 9 Hinkfuss at the Glyptothek 3:06
  • 10 The Labourer 2:22
  • 11 The Manticore 2:34
  • 12 Electric Dionysus 3:05
  • 13 Candaulism 3:14
  • 14 Nikki Danjo 2:36
  • 15 Old Nick 3:39
  • 16 Papposilenus 3:45

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