Sex & Food
Unknown Mortal Orchestra · 2018
43 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of lo-fi grooves, introspective lyrics, and experimental sounds that create a surreal listening experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hunnybee — This track showcases the album's blend of catchy melodies and intricate instrumentation, serving as a standout anthem about love and connection.
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American Guilt — Addressing themes of societal issues with an infectious groove, this song exemplifies the band's ability to meld deep topics with engaging music.
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The Internet of Love (That Way) — With its reflective lyrics and experimental soundscapes, this track encapsulates the album's exploration of modern relationships in a digital world.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends experimental sounds with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong songwriting and unique production choices.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a track that features layered guitar riffs and a steady drumbeat, establishing a lo-fi groove that persists throughout.
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt shifts in tempo and unexpected instrumental breaks.
- 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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7/10
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
- balanced progression with resolution
- steady pacing for focused listening
- themes of love and alienation
- introspective moments for reflection
- vibrant energy for engaging sessions
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2018, Sex & Food is Unknown Mortal Orchestra's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 2017 project, Multi-Love. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound within the psychedelic rock genre while gaining increasing recognition for their innovative production techniques and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tame Impala· Pond· MGMT
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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American Guilt
The song shifts from personal reflection to broader social commentary on American values and identity.
This transition emphasizes the clash between individual experiences and collective societal issues, enriching the song’s narrative depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A God Called Hubris 0:41
- 2 Major League Chemicals 3:53
- 3 Ministry of Alienation 3:43
- 4 Hunnybee 4:28
- 5 Chronos Feasts on His Children 1:42
- 6 American Guilt 4:33
- 7 The Internet of Love (That Way) 4:57
- 8 Everyone Acts Crazy Nowadays 4:15
- 9 This Doomsday 3:32
- 10 How Many Zeros 3:25
- 11 Not in Love We’re Just High 3:38
- 12 If You’re Going to Break Yourself 4:38
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