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Lohio

Ass Ponys · 2001

47 min · 14 tracks · alternative country

A rich tapestry of alternative country melodies layered with introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Last Night It Snowed — The opening track sets the tone with its reflective lyrics and catchy melody, encapsulating the album's themes of nostalgia and observation.
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    Donald Sutherland — This track uses humor and clever wordplay to explore themes of celebrity and personal connection, highlighting the band's unique lyricism.
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    (Baby) I Love You (Baby) — A playful take on love songs that combines earnestness with irony, showcasing the band's ability to weave complex emotions into accessible tunes.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • (Baby) I Love You (Baby)

    The chorus repeats with slight melodic variations creates an infectious energy that contrasts with more somber verses.

    This structural choice amplifies the emotional complexity, allowing for a deeper engagement with the song's exploration of love's contradictions.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Last Night It Snowed 2:13
  • 2 Kung Fu Reference 3:47
  • 3 Donald Sutherland 3:27
  • 4 Black Dot 3:21
  • 5 Dried Up 4:06
  • 6 Only 2:50
  • 7 Fire in the Hole 3:36
  • 8 (Baby) I Love You (Baby) 3:20
  • 9 Calendar Days 3:44
  • 10 Baby in a Jar 4:18
  • 11 Dollar a Day 3:00
  • 12 Butterfly 6:07
  • 13 Nothing Starts Today 3:05
  • 14 [untitled] 0:37

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