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Hallelujah! I'm a Bum

Local H · 2012

64 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · punk

A raw and eclectic blend of punk-infused rock reflecting disillusionment and social commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with varied intensity
  • wave-like pacing that evolves
  • reflective moments of disillusionment
  • short bursts of raw energy
  • engaging commentary on society

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Hallelujah! I'm a Bum' was released in 2012, Local H had established themselves as a staple of the alternative rock scene following their breakthrough with 'Pack Up the Cats' in 1998. This album came after a hiatus, marking a return to their roots with a more stripped-down sound and self-released approach. It represented a moment of artistic freedom as they navigated changes in the music industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Bush· Stone Temple Pilots· Foo Fighters

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Waves 1:51
  • 2 Cold Manor 4:05
  • 3 Night Flight to Paris 3:57
  • 4 They Saved Reagan’s Brain 4:46
  • 5 Blue Line 4:55
  • 6 Another February 4:30
  • 7 Say the Word 5:20
  • 8 Cold Mannered 1:39
  • 9 Trash Fire Bummers 1:14
  • 10 Feed a Fever 3:09
  • 11 Here Comes Ol’ Laptop 3:21
  • 12 Look Who’s Walking on Four Legs Again 3:47
  • 13 Ruling Kind 3:41
  • 14 Limit Your Change 2:06
  • 15 Paddy Considine 4:26
  • 16 Sad History 5:09
  • 17 Waves Again 6:12

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