Some Call It Godcore cover

Some Call It Godcore

Half Man Half Biscuit · 1995

40 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

A sardonic blend of indie rock and sharp wit, layered with observational humor and social commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sharp wit and observational humor
  • short bursts of sardonic energy
  • lighthearted commentary on life
  • playful narratives for social settings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of serious introspection
  • prefer lengthy, immersive tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, 'Some Call It Godcore' is the third studio album by Half Man Half Biscuit, following their breakthrough album 'Back Again in the DHSS'. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation for blending humor with critique of British culture, building on their distinctive sound characterized by clever lyrics and unconventional song structures.
Stylistic neighbors
The Fall· They Might Be Giants· Pavement

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sensitive Outsider 2:30
  • 2 Fretwork Homework 2:40
  • 3 Faithlift 3:18
  • 4 Song for Europe 2:54
  • 5 Even Men With Steel Hearts 3:03
  • 6 £24.99 From Argos 1:34
  • 7 Sponsoring the Moshpits 4:33
  • 8 Fear My Wraith 3:58
  • 9 Styx Gig (Seen by My Mates Coming Out of A) 2:52
  • 10 Friday Night and the Gates Are Low 3:07
  • 11 I, Trog 3:28
  • 12 Tour Jacket With Detachable Sleeves 6:07

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