Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things
The Loud Family · 1993
57 min · 20 tracks · power pop
A kaleidoscopic blend of intricate melodies and witty lyrics that challenges the conventions of power pop.
Top tracks — play these first
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He Do the Police in Different Voices — The opening track immediately showcases the band's hallmark wit and melodic inventiveness, setting the tone for the entire album with its playful yet introspective lyrics.
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Jimmy Still Comes Around — This track stands out for its poignant exploration of nostalgia, blending a catchy melody with reflective lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.
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Last Honest Face — With its intricate arrangement and emotional depth, this song encapsulates the band's ability to fuse clever storytelling with rich musicality, making it a highlight on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quick bursts of clever wit
- whimsical narratives with sharp humor
- playful experimentation with song structure
- short tracks for casual listening
- quirky reflections on everyday life
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song formats
- seek long, immersive compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things marked The Loud Family's debut album, introducing their unique sound to the indie rock scene. At this point in their career, they were navigating the transition from Scott Miller's earlier projects into a more fully realized band identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Posies· Big Star· Matthew Sweet
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 He Do the Police in Different Voices 2:30
- 2 Sword Swallower 1:45
- 3 Aerodeliria 3:00
- 4 Self Righteous Boy Reduced to Tears 1:06
- 5 Jimmy Still Comes Around 4:21
- 6 Take Me Down (Too Halloo) 3:11
- 7 Don’t All Thank Me at Once 1:26
- 8 Idiot Son 2:42
- 9 Some Grand Vision of Motives and Irony 2:47
- 10 Spot the Setup 2:15
- 11 Inverness 4:12
- 12 Rosy Overdrive 6:06
- 13 Slit My Wrists 2:49
- 14 Isaac’s Law 3:51
- 15 The Second Grade Applauds 2:45
- 16 Last Honest Face 4:44
- 17 Even You 3:36
- 18 The Ballad of How You Can All Shut Up 1:20
- 19 Give In World 3:16
- 20 Sorry, I don’t know why I did that 0:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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