Hippopotamus
Sparks · 2017
55 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock
A whimsical blend of art rock and electropop that dances between irony and sincerity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with irony
- steady mid-tempo playful flow
- light-hearted reflections on life
- short tracks for quick engagement
- enjoyable sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer intense emotional experiences
- seek lengthy immersive soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of 'Hippopotamus' in 2017, Sparks had already established a unique identity in music, known for their eclectic sound and theatrical performances. This album marked their first studio release in over eight years, following 2009's 'The Seduction of Ingmar Bergman', showcasing a resurgence in creativity and relevance in a rapidly changing music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- They Might Be Giants· Devo· XTC
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Probably Nothing 1:21
- 2 Missionary Position 4:18
- 3 Edith Piaf (Said It Better Than Me) 4:32
- 4 Scandinavian Design 4:10
- 5 Giddy Giddy 3:10
- 6 What the Hell Is It This Time? 4:03
- 7 Unaware 3:54
- 8 Hippopotamus 3:47
- 9 Bummer 3:58
- 10 I Wish You Were Fun 4:04
- 11 So Tell Me Mrs. Lincoln Aside from That How Was the Play? 4:00
- 12 When You're a French Director 2:45
- 13 The Amazing Mr. Repeat 2:59
- 14 A Little Bit Like Fun 3:57
- 15 Life with the Macbeths 4:12
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