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Phone Power

They Might Be Giants · 2016

45 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · experimental rock

Eclectic pop melodies intertwine with quirky lyrics and inventive arrangements, creating a playful yet introspective auditory experience.

Why this album works

'Phone Power' received favorable reviews upon release, noted for its unique blend of genres and clever lyricism that appealed to both new listeners and longtime fans. The album's experimental approach continued to solidify They Might Be Giants' influence on indie and alternative rock scenes.
Best for
playful introspection with quirky lyrics wave-like pacing with dynamic flow short tracks for quick enjoyment
Context
By the time 'Phone Power' was released in 2016, They Might Be Giants had been active for over three decades. This album followed their 2015 release 'Why?', showcasing their continuous evolution in sound while maintaining their signature wit and charm.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Apophenia 2:33
  • 2 I Love You for Psychological Reasons Standout 3:00
  • 3 To a Forest 2:10
  • 4 I Am Alone 2:29
  • 5 Say Nice Things About Detroit Standout 2:41
  • 6 Trouble Awful Devil Evil 3:28
  • 7 ECNALUBMA 2:56
  • 8 Daylight 1:51
  • 9 Sold My Mind to the Kremlin Standout 2:02
  • 10 It Said Something 3:12
  • 11 Impossibly New 2:06
  • 12 I’ll Be Haunting You 2:47
  • 13 Got Getting Up So Down 1:41
  • 14 What Did I Do to You? 1:29
  • 15 Shape Shifter 3:11
  • 16 Bills, Bills, Bills 3:16
  • 17 Black Ops Alt 2:31
  • 18 I Wasn’t Listening 1:31

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