President Snakes
The Doubleclicks · 2015
29 min · 13 tracks · nerd-folk
Quirky folk melodies intertwine with humorous yet poignant lyrics, capturing the essence of everyday absurdities and personal reflections.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tiny Paper Elephant — This track opens the album with a playful exploration of anxiety and self-image, setting the tone for the witty and relatable storytelling that follows.
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President Snakes (Part 1) — A brief yet impactful interlude, this track cleverly introduces themes of political satire that resonate throughout the album while maintaining an amusing tone.
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Why Can't Every City Be Portland? — This song stands out for its whimsical take on urban life and nostalgia, highlighting the duo's ability to balance humor with a sense of belonging.
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Bad Memories — In this track, the Doubleclicks delve into personal reflection, showcasing emotional depth amidst their characteristic lightheartedness, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends quirky melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting within its niche.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and playful lyrics, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective tone.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocals, creating an engaging dynamic between the two singers.
- The album includes recurring themes of personal reflection and absurdity, with lyrics that often juxtapose humor with deeper emotional insights.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky storytelling with humor
- short bursts of whimsy
- playful melodies for lighthearted moments
- ideal for casual gatherings
- quick, fun sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of deep introspection
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2015, President Snakes marked The Doubleclicks' third studio album, following their 2013 release, Lasers and Feelings. At this point in their career, they had solidified their niche within the nerd-folk genre, gaining a dedicated fanbase through clever songwriting and engaging performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Protomen· Jonathan Coulton· Paul and Storm
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Happy Holidays, Too
The song features a shift from festive cheer to candid reflections on personal disappointments during holiday seasons.
This transition emphasizes vulnerability beneath a seemingly light-hearted surface, revealing how holidays can evoke complex feelings beyond joy.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tiny Paper Elephant 3:12
- 2 Cats at Parties 2:48
- 3 Really Big Chickens 2:12
- 4 President Snakes (Part 1) 1:09
- 5 The Middle 2:50
- 6 This Is My Jam 1:55
- 7 Happy Holidays, Too 2:22
- 8 Bad Memories 3:46
- 9 President Snakes (Part 2) 1:07
- 10 Now I Am the Fastest 2:28
- 11 Why Can't Every City Be Portland? 2:30
- 12 Coming Home to You 1:40
- 13 Thank God It's Over 2:00
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