Requiem for What's His Name
Marc Ribot · 1992
50 min · 15 tracks · experimental music · vocal music
A haunting blend of avant-garde guitar work and stark, poignant lyrical imagery reflecting societal disillusionment.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting reflections on disillusionment
- brief tracks for quick engagement
- introspective moments of tension
- a mix of urgency and
- evocative imagery sparking thought
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party atmosphere
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 1992, 'Requiem for What's His Name' was Marc Ribot's debut solo album, following his notable contributions to Tom Waits' 'Rain Dogs' (1985) and other collaborations. This album marked a significant step in his career as he transitioned from sideman to a recognized solo artist, showcasing his unique experimental style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Zorn· Bill Frisell· Nels Cline
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Requiem for What's-His-Name 4:30
- 2 Disposable Head 2:51
- 3 Clever White Youths 4:31
- 4 First Time Every Time 2:04
- 5 Motherless Child 1:08
- 6 New 4:19
- 7 Reveille 1:10
- 8 Lamonte's Nightmare 6:00
- 9 March 2:05
- 10 Pony 2:17
- 11 Yo, I Killed Your God 2:36
- 12 Commit a Crime 3:22
- 13 Caravan 3:48
- 14 Blues 3:12
- 15 1 Adolph 12 6:58
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