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Holdypaws

Deerhoof · 1999

42 min · 10 tracks · art rock

An eclectic mix of playful melodies and avant-garde experimentation that defies genre boundaries.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful melodies with unexpected twists
  • dynamic flow with contrasting peaks
  • brief tracks for quick enjoyment
  • engaging headphone detail exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1999, 'Holdypaws' is Deerhoof's third studio album. At this point in their career, the band was establishing their unique sound following the success of their previous albums, 'The Man, The King, The Girl' and 'Reveille', which garnered critical acclaim for their innovative approach to art rock.
Stylistic neighbors
Battles· Tera Melos· Hella

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Magic Star 2:54
  • 2 Queen of the Lake 4:59
  • 3 The Moose's Daughter 4:06
  • 4 Satan 3:31
  • 5 Crow 3:01
  • 6 Flower 3:04
  • 7 Lady People 2:56
  • 8 The Great Car Tomb 2:17
  • 9 Dead Beast Queen 4:20
  • 10 Data 11:15

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