Rabbit Habits
Man Man · 2008
47 min · 13 tracks · experimental rock
Whimsical, avant-garde arrangements collide with chaotic energy and eclectic instrumentation, creating a surreal listening experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Ballad of Butter Beans — This track encapsulates the band's signature blend of humor and melancholy, showcasing a narrative style that is both whimsical and oddly poignant.
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Poor Jackie — Clocking in at over eight minutes, this sprawling piece exemplifies the band's ability to build tension through repetitive motifs and dynamic shifts, creating a captivating journey.
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Rabbit Habits — The title track features an infectious rhythm coupled with eccentric vocal performances, embodying the album's overall playful yet chaotic spirit.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's eclectic instrumentation and dynamic shifts create a unique sound that stands out in experimental rock.
What we noticed
- The album features abrupt tempo changes, with tracks like 'Doo Right' shifting from frenetic energy to more subdued moments.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the theatricality and engaging the listener in a participatory manner.
- 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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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
Known within its scene. 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
- whimsical chaos for curious minds
- quick bursts of eclectic energy
- playful experimentation with sonic textures
- surreal soundscapes for adventurous listeners
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, predictable structures
- seek long, contemplative tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, Rabbit Habits is Man Man's third studio album, following their breakthrough record, Six Demon Bag. At this point, the band was cementing their reputation for experimental rock with a unique blend of theatricality and diverse influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dirty Projectors· Animal Collective· Yeasayer
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Ballad of Butter Beans
The narrative shifts from whimsical storytelling to darker undertones as it addresses themes of identity and transformation.
This juxtaposition reveals the complexity of the character's journey and reflects the album's broader themes of chaos and self-discovery.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mister Jung Stuffed 2:27
- 2 Hurly / Burly 3:51
- 3 The Ballad of Butter Beans 4:28
- 4 Big Trouble 5:05
- 5 Mysteries of the Universe Unraveled 0:08
- 6 Doo Right 1:38
- 7 Easy Eats or Dirty Doctor Galapagos 2:24
- 8 Harpoon Fever (Queequeg's Playhouse) 3:19
- 9 El Azteca 1:43
- 10 Rabbit Habits 2:48
- 11 Top Drawer 3:26
- 12 Poor Jackie 8:23
- 13 Whalebones 7:14
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