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Squirrel and G-Man Twenty Four Hour Party People Plastic Face Carnt Smile (White Out)

Happy Mondays · 1987

36 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · alternative dance · hip house

A kaleidoscopic blend of euphoric beats and loose, irreverent lyrics that encapsulates the spirit of late '80s Britain.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady groove for socializing
  • playful irreverence in lyrics
  • for late-night energy
  • euphoric beats for dancing
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, introspective pieces
  • dislike playful, loose structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 1, 1987, this album was the Happy Mondays' debut with Factory Records, marking their emergence from the Madchester scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, following early performances that hinted at their unique mix of alternative rock and dance music.
Stylistic neighbors
The Charlatans· Primal Scream· Oasis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Kuff Dam 3:06
  • 2 Tart Tart 4:25
  • 3 ’enery 2:22
  • 4 Russell 4:53
  • 5 Olive Oil 2:36
  • 6 Weekend S 2:23
  • 7 Little Matchstick Owen 3:42
  • 8 Oasis 3:45
  • 9 24 Hr Party People 4:40
  • 10 Cob 20 4:21

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata