Luck Be a Weirdo Tonight
Fila Brazillia · 1997
68 min · 11 tracks · downtempo
Eccentric downtempo grooves merge with playful samples and surreal melodies, creating a whimsical auditory experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Apehorn Concerto — This track exemplifies the album's playful spirit, blending eclectic samples and unconventional rhythms that highlight Fila Brazillia's creative prowess.
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Heat Death of the Universe — With its expansive soundscapes and layered instrumentation, this track captures the album's thematic depth while showcasing the duo's ability to craft immersive experiences.
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Do the Hale‐Bopp — The lively tempo and catchy hooks make this track a standout, reflecting the duo's knack for marrying humor with intricate musicality.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's playful samples and unique grooves create a distinctive sound within the downtempo genre.
What we noticed
- Each track maintains a consistent downtempo groove while incorporating unexpected shifts in melody and rhythm, keeping the listener engaged.
- Several tracks utilize layered instrumentation, creating a rich tapestry of sound that evolves throughout their duration.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lieut. Gingivitis Shit 5:10
- 2 Billy Goat Groupies 3:36
- 3 Apehorn Concerto 6:15
- 4 Hells Rarebit 7:34
- 5 Her Majesties Hokey Cokey 4:35
- 6 Rustic Bellyflop 4:39
- 7 Van Allens Belt 9:54
- 8 Pollo de palo 6:29
- 9 Heat Death of the Universe 7:45
- 10 Weasel Out the Muck 6:43
- 11 Do the Hale‐Bopp 6:08
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