Oskar Tennis Champion
Momus · 2003
63 min · 17 tracks · post-punk · Shibuya-kei · folktronica
A whimsical blend of eclectic pop, humorous storytelling, and experimental soundscapes that defy convention.
Oskar Tennis Champion is an album by Momus, released in 2003. A whimsical blend of eclectic pop, humorous storytelling, and experimental soundscapes that defy convention. 'Oskar Tennis Champion' is notable for its exploration of themes like identity and sexuality, featuring tracks that push against societal norms. The album received varied reviews, with notable mentions in publications like 'The Wire', contributing to Momus's reputation as a boundary-pushing artist in the indie music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Oskar Tennis Champion sound like?
A whimsical blend of eclectic pop, humorous storytelling, and experimental soundscapes that defy convention. Rooted in post-punk and Shibuya-kei.
What makes Oskar Tennis Champion by Momus notable?
'Oskar Tennis Champion' is notable for its exploration of themes like identity and sexuality, featuring tracks that push against societal norms. The album received varied reviews, with notable mentions in publications like 'The Wire', contributing to Momus's reputation as a boundary-pushing artist in the indie music scene. Released in 2003, 'Oskar Tennis Champion' is Momus's tenth studio album, following his critically acclaimed work 'Folktronic' from 2001. At this point, he had established himself as a distinctive voice in the Shibuya-kei and folktronica scenes, known for his playful and provocative lyrics.
How many songs are on Oskar Tennis Champion?
Oskar Tennis Champion has 17 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Spooky Kabuki Standout 3:05
- 2 Is It Because I'm a Pirate? 3:26
- 3 Multiplying Love 1:29
- 4 Scottish Lips 2:59
- 5 My Sperm Is Not Your Enemy Standout 2:23
- 6 Oskar Tennis Champion 4:10
- 7 A Little Schubert 3:37
- 8 The Laird of Inversnecky 3:40
- 9 The Last Communist Standout 5:01
- 10 Pierroy Lunaire 5:28
- 11 Beowulf (I Am Deformed) 4:29
- 12 Electrosexual Sewing Machine 3:51
- 13 A Lapdog 4:18
- 14 Lovely Tree 3:22
- 15 Palm Deathtop 3:20
- 16 Ringtone Cycle 1 1:00
- 17 Ringtone Cycle 2 7:32
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
63 min 16 sec
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