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McIntyre, Treadmore and Davitt

Half Man Half Biscuit · 1991

38 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

A satirical blend of quirky indie rock and witty lyrics that critique contemporary culture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quirky humor with satirical edge
  • short bursts of clever storytelling
  • playful irreverence for cultural critique
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer serious, earnest themes
  • seek lengthy, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'McIntyre, Treadmore and Davitt' is Half Man Half Biscuit's third album, arriving after their breakthrough with 'Back Again in the DHSS' in 1988. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound and lyrical style that combined humor with social commentary.
Stylistic neighbors
The Fall· They Might Be Giants· Pavement

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Outbreak of Vitas Gerulatis 4:34
  • 2 Prag Vec at the Melkweg 2:48
  • 3 Christian Rock Concert 3:21
  • 4 Lets Not 3:40
  • 5 Yipps (My Baby Got The) 4:47
  • 6 Hedley Verityesque 3:27
  • 7 A Lilac Harry Quinn 4:51
  • 8 Our Tune 2:49
  • 9 Girlfriend's Finished With Him 3:31
  • 10 Everything's A.O.R. 4:14

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