Long Tall Weekend
They Might Be Giants · 1999
34 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · experimental rock
A whimsical blend of quirky melodies and playful lyrics that encapsulate the band's signature avant-pop style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, punchy listening sessions
- whimsical and playful vibes
- quirky melodic explorations
- lighthearted background enjoyment
- dynamic and varied pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 19, 1999, 'Long Tall Weekend' is They Might Be Giants' seventh studio album, following their 1996 release 'Factory Showroom'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation for innovative songwriting and experimental sounds, continuing to explore themes of everyday life with humor and wit.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The B-52's· Weezer· OK Go
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Drinkin’ 1:35
- 2 (She Thinks She’s) Edith Head 2:35
- 3 Maybe I Know 2:07
- 4 Rat Patrol 2:07
- 5 Token Back to Brooklyn 1:04
- 6 Older 1:59
- 7 Operators Are Standing By 1:27
- 8 Dark and Metric 1:43
- 9 Reprehensible 3:19
- 10 Certain People I Could Name 3:32
- 11 Counterfeit Faker 2:14
- 12 They Got Lost 4:41
- 13 Lullaby to Nightmares 2:31
- 14 On Earth My Nina 1:27
- 15 The Edison Museum 2:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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