Look Out Machines!
Duke Special · 2015
11 tracks · alternative rock
Eclectic arrangements blend theatrical storytelling with alternative rock melodies, creating a whimsical yet introspective sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wingman — This opening track sets the tone with its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, introducing listeners to the album's whimsical yet contemplative nature.
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Elephant Graveyard — This track stands out with its haunting melodies and poignant lyrics that explore themes of memory and loss, showcasing Duke Special's storytelling prowess.
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Look Out Machines — The title track encapsulates the album's central theme of humanity's relationship with technology through vivid imagery and an infectious rhythm.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with depth
- fragmented pacing for curious minds
- theatrical moments of surprise
- playful energy in unexpected places
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2015, Look Out Machines! marks Duke Special's fifth studio album and follows the critically acclaimed release of his 2014 album, For The Birds. At this point in his career, Duke Special was consolidating his unique blend of alternative rock and cabaret influences while continuing to evolve as a songwriter and performer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tom McRae· Sufjan Stevens· Andrew Bird
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wingman
- 2 Elephant Graveyard
- 3 Step To The Magical
- 4 In A Dive
- 5 Statues
- 6 Son Of The Left Hand
- 7 Look Out Machines
- 8 Nail On The Head
- 9 Tweed Coats
- 10 Stepping Stones
- 11 Domino
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