Rock and Roll Animals
Luke Haines · 2013
32 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A playful blend of sharp wit and eclectic sounds paints a vivid picture of rock's colorful underbelly.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rock ’n’ Roll Animals — The title track encapsulates the album’s spirit by weaving together Haines’ sardonic observations about celebrity culture within a catchy rock framework.
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A Badger Called Nick Lowe — This track stands out for its whimsical storytelling that juxtaposes personal anecdotes with broader cultural critiques, showcasing Haines’ lyrical wit.
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The Angel of the North — Offering a reflective take on identity and place, this song highlights Haines' ability to evoke imagery while maintaining an engaging narrative flow.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful interludes enhance listening
- short bursts of sharp wit
- quirky narratives for casual moments
- whimsical storytelling with charm
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, epic compositions
- seek serious, heavy themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Rock and Roll Animals marks Luke Haines' return to solo work following a brief hiatus after the 2011 album, 9½ Psychedelic Meditations on British Wrestling. This album showcases Haines' continued exploration of themes related to fame and culture while drawing from his characteristic blend of alternative rock and electronica. It also follows his tenure with The Auteurs and Black Box Recorder, highlighting his evolution as a solo artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pulp· The Auteurs· Suede
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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A Badger Called Nick Lowe
The song shifts from humorous pet tales to poignant reflections on fame's absurdity.
This transition emphasizes the contrast between lightheartedness and deeper social commentary, showcasing Haines' skill in blending humor with critique.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Magic Town 2:30
- 2 Magic Interlude 1 0:38
- 3 Rock ’n’ Roll Animals 2:59
- 4 A Badger Called Nick Lowe 2:51
- 5 Three Frendz 3:45
- 6 Gene Vincent (Rock ’n’ Roll Mums and Rock ’n’ Roll Dads) 3:40
- 7 Magic Interlude 2 1:32
- 8 The Birds… The Birds 2:43
- 9 The Angel of the North 3:39
- 10 …We Do 2:30
- 11 From Hersham to Heaven 2:18
- 12 Rock ’n’ Roll Animals in Space 3:19
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