Hippopotamomus
Momus · 1991
38 min · 11 tracks · post-punk · Shibuya-kei · folktronica
Quirky melodies intertwine with whimsical lyrics, creating a playful yet introspective listening experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky melodies with whimsical lyrics
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- playful introspection for curious minds
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer long, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'Hippopotamomus' marked Momus's third studio album, following 'The Homosexual' which had solidified his unique blend of pop and avant-garde. At this point, Momus was beginning to carve out a niche in the burgeoning Shibuya-kei scene while exploring increasingly eclectic sounds and themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cornelius· Pizzicato Five· Stereolab
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hippopotamomus 4:23
- 2 I Ate a Girl Right Up 3:16
- 3 Michelin Man 1:54
- 4 A Dull Documentary 3:12
- 5 Marquis of Sadness 3:31
- 6 Bluestocking 3:11
- 7 Ventriloquists and Dolls 3:55
- 8 The Painter and His Model 4:29
- 9 A Monkey for Sallie 2:44
- 10 Pornography 3:04
- 11 Song in Contravention 4:35
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