Self Goes Shopping
Self · 2000
18 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock
A playful blend of quirky alternative rock and eclectic remix styles, merging humor with catchy melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sassy Britches (Kung‐Pow mix) — This track exemplifies Self's signature irony, showcasing catchy hooks intertwined with humorous lyrics that critique consumer culture.
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Cannon (Rave‐A‐Licious mix) — This energetic remix highlights the band's ability to blend genres, transforming a straightforward song into an upbeat electronic anthem.
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Crimes on Paper (David Sanborn mix) — This track features jazzy saxophone elements that add a unique twist to the band's sound, illustrating their genre-blending capabilities.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful energy for quick bursts
- whimsical sound with eclectic samples
- short tracks for instant gratification
- front-loaded excitement and fun
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- seek serious, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Self's 'Self Goes Shopping' marked their third album, following the 1999 release of 'Breakfast with Girls,' which showcased their developing sound. This album arrived as the band was carving out a unique niche in the late '90s alternative scene, characterized by their experimental approach to pop and rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Apples in Stereo· They Might Be Giants· Beck
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sassy Britches (Kung‐Pow mix) 4:00
- 2 Cannon (Rave‐A‐Licious mix) 1:39
- 3 Flip‐Top Box (Super Mario mix) 3:51
- 4 Crimes on Paper (David Sanborn mix) 2:52
- 5 So Low (Banjo Kazooie mix) 2:52
- 6 Uno Song (Billy Joel mix) 3:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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