Shoplifting 4 Jesus
Alabama 3 · 2011
53 min · 14 tracks · electronica
A genre-blurring mix of electronic beats and politically charged lyrics that challenges societal norms with dark humor.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Blame Kurt Cobain — This track uses the legacy of Cobain to critique the music industry's commodification of art, showcasing Alabama 3's sharp wit and cultural commentary.
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Facebook.con — With its biting satire on social media culture, this song captures the band's knack for addressing contemporary issues while maintaining an infectious groove.
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Who the Fuck Is John Sinclair? — This track pays homage to the counterculture figure John Sinclair, blending historical references with modern rebellious spirit, exemplifying Alabama 3’s thematic depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- satirical reflections on modern life
- engaging stories with a punch
- danceable beats for social gatherings
- quirky narratives that provoke thought
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, serious themes
- dislike eclectic and varied pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Shoplifting 4 Jesus' was released in 2011, Alabama 3 had already established a reputation for their eclectic sound, following their breakthrough album 'Exile on Coldharbour Lane' from 1997. This album represents a continued evolution in their style, blending electronic influences with their signature blend of country and blues elements as they explored new musical territories.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Chemical Brothers· Fatboy Slim· Leftfield
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Have You Been Having a Nightmare? 3:06
- 2 I Blame Kurt Cobain 3:06
- 3 We Stole the Moon 3:33
- 4 It's About That Time 3:48
- 5 Star Intro 0:52
- 6 I've Been Seeing Stars (Ain't Seen the Light) 3:08
- 7 Wrong Is Right 4:18
- 8 Saved 4:30
- 9 Facebook.con 3:31
- 10 Black Dog 3:33
- 11 Summer in the City 4:28
- 12 Who the Fuck Is John Sinclair? 4:30
- 13 Let's Go Out 2Nite 7:27
- 14 Abide With Me 3:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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