Post-Apocalypto
Tenacious D · 2018
30 min · 21 tracks · hard rock
A chaotic blend of hard rock and absurdist humor, capturing a post-apocalyptic narrative through theatrical storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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desolation — This track sets the stage for the album's narrative, immediately immersing listeners in the bleak atmosphere of a post-apocalyptic world. Its brevity heightens the urgency and starkness of the situation.
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FUCK YO‐YO MA — A comedic highlight that juxtaposes highbrow culture with rock bravado, this track exemplifies Tenacious D's signature humor while critiquing pretentiousness. Its catchy chorus reinforces the playful yet subversive tone of the album.
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SAVE THE WORLD — In this climactic moment, the song encapsulates the overarching message of hope amidst despair. The anthemic quality encourages collective action, embodying the album's blend of humor and serious themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's narrative and theatricality set it apart, though its humor may limit broader appeal.
What we noticed
- The album features a narrative structure, with tracks that flow into one another to tell a cohesive story about survival in a post-apocalyptic world.
- Several tracks incorporate theatrical elements, such as spoken word segments and character dialogues, enhancing the storytelling aspect.
- The instrumentation varies significantly across tracks, with some songs featuring heavy guitar riffs while others utilize softer melodies or comedic sound effects.
- 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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7/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, energetic listening bursts
- humorous and theatrical storytelling
- lighthearted yet hard-hitting themes
- quirky and playful moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 2, 2018, 'Post-Apocalypto' is Tenacious D's first album in over a decade, following their 2006 release 'The Pick of Destiny.' This album coincided with the duo's animated series on YouTube, showcasing their unique blend of comedy and rock while also marking a return to music after a significant hiatus in their recording career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Weezer· Flight of the Conchords· Steel Panther
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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HOPE
The shift from despair to optimism occurs as the protagonist reflects on survival and camaraderie.
This transition not only provides emotional depth but also contrasts sharply with earlier tracks, emphasizing resilience as a core theme.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 POST‐APOCALYPTO THEME 0:37
- 2 desolation 1:17
- 3 HOPE 1:59
- 4 cave women 1:26
- 5 MAKING LOVE 2:56
- 6 scientists 1:17
- 7 TAKE US INTO SPACE 1:56
- 8 i’ve got to go 1:50
- 9 FUCK YO‐YO MA 1:34
- 10 reunion/not so fast 1:08
- 11 DADDY DING DONG 1:45
- 12 chainsaw bazooka machine gun 1:00
- 13 ROBOT 2:26
- 14 marCH 1:23
- 15 turd whistle 0:39
- 16 COLORS 2:20
- 17 who’s your daddy? 0:48
- 18 JB JR RAP 1:31
- 19 WOMAN TIME 1:23
- 20 SAVE THE WORLD 0:44
- 21 POST‐APOCALYPTO THEME (REPRISE) 0:39
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