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I Murdered Mommy

The Residents · 2004

29 min · 10 tracks

A surreal blend of avant-garde soundscapes and playful, dark humor that challenges conventional narrative forms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dark humor with surreal twists
  • short bursts of playful narratives
  • engaging in-order listening experience
  • unexpected surprises at every turn

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, cohesive albums
  • dislike unconventional storytelling methods

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2004, The Residents had cemented their status as avant-garde pioneers, with 'I Murdered Mommy' being their first album after the conceptually ambitious 'The Bunny Boy.' This release further pushed their experimental boundaries while reflecting on themes of identity and societal norms, showcasing their unique approach to storytelling through multimedia.
Stylistic neighbors
Captain Beefheart· Frank Zappa· Devo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 IMM Presentation 4:11
  • 2 Video Game 1:56
  • 3 Dream Wheel 3:51
  • 4 Google God 3:51
  • 5 Andy Atom 1:33
  • 6 Sea Monkey 1:27
  • 7 Search for Truth 4:14
  • 8 Breakdown 0:38
  • 9 The Shoebox 0:52
  • 10 The Game Ends 6:48

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