Kleptomania
Mansun · 2004
196 min · 37 tracks · indie rock
An eclectic blend of ambitious arrangements and introspective lyrics that navigate the complexities of modern existence.
Top tracks — play these first
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Getting Your Way — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its intricate instrumentation and reflective lyrics, encapsulating the band's signature blend of complexity and accessibility.
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Love Remains — This track stands out for its haunting melody and poignant exploration of enduring emotions, highlighting Mansun's lyrical depth and musical versatility.
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Cry 2 My Face — Featuring a more aggressive sound, this song showcases the band's ability to combine raw energy with thoughtful lyrics, marking a pivotal moment in their stylistic shift.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Love Remains
A shift in perspective occurs when the song directly addresses themes of longing and permanence without evasive metaphors.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Getting Your Way 4:30
- 2 Slipping Away 4:51
- 3 Keep Telling Myself 3:58
- 4 Harris 3:25
- 5 Love Remains 2:45
- 6 Cry 2 My Face 4:10
- 7 No Signal/No Complaints 4:53
- 8 Home 3:46
- 9 Fragile 3:41
- 10 Wanted So Much 3:26
- 11 Good Intentions Heal the Soul / The Dog From Two Doors Down 28:44
Disc 2
- 1 Take It Easy Chicken 4:31
- 2 Everyone Must Win 5:40
- 3 Closed for Business 3:08
- 4 Ski Jump Nose 3:43
- 5 Can’t Afford to Die 2:50
- 6 Railings 5:54
- 7 Flourella 4:23
- 8 Decisions, Decisions 6:03
- 9 Been Here Before 4:12
- 10 My Idea of Fun 4:01
- 11 When the Wind Blows 4:51
- 12 Check Under the Bed 4:12
- 13 Skin Up Pin Up 3:42
- 14 I Care 3:41
- 15 The World’s Still Open 3:38
Disc 3
- 1 Rock ’n’ Roll Loser 4:03
- 2 Secrets 3:34
- 3 These Days (full length version) 4:26
- 4 It’s OK 4:43
- 5 Drones 3:29
- 6 Right to the End of the Earth 3:30
- 7 I Can Only Disappoint U (home demo) 5:01
- 8 Love Is… (home demo) 4:26
- 9 Love Remains (home demo) 2:22
- 10 Shot by Both Sides (live John Peel session) 3:39
- 11 Taxloss (live) / Witness to an Opera / Thief / Stupid Open Space 24:21
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