Stars Forever
Momus · 1999
130 min · 63 tracks · post-punk · Shibuya-kei · folktronica
A playful blend of eclectic pop experimentation fused with whimsical lyrics and lo-fi aesthetics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful experimentation with sounds
- short bursts of whimsical fun
- engaging interludes for reflection
- fragmented pacing for attention shifts
- ideal for casual listening moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer cohesive albums
- seek straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1999, Momus was in a phase of artistic exploration following his previous album 'The Little Red Songbook' released in 1998. 'Stars Forever' marked a continuation of his avant-garde approach, showcasing a mix of genres including Shibuya-kei and folktronica. This album also reflects his willingness to embrace unconventional song structures and themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cornelius· Pizzicato Five· Stereolab
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Other Music 2:08
- 2 Tinnitus 2:05
- 3 3D Corporation 2:43
- 4 Akiko Masuda 2:47
- 5 Stefano Zarelli 2:51
- 6 Minty Fresh 1:54
- 7 Jeff Koons 3:43
- 8 Milton Jacobson 3:06
- 9 Mai Noda 3:07
- 10 Robert Dye 3:17
- 11 Florence Manlik 2:17
- 12 Adam Green 3:33
- 13 Maf 2:31
- 14 Stephanie Pappas 3:43
- 15 Steven Zeeland 3:33
- 16 Mika Akutsu 3:05
- 17 Miles Franklin 3:40
- 18 Paolo Rumi 4:24
- 19 Karin Komoto 2:59
Disc 2
- 1 Reckless Records 2:10
- 2 Kokoro Hirai 3:08
- 3 Indiepop List 5:20
- 4 Keigo Oyamada 3:07
- 5 Team Clermont 3:24
- 6 Brent Busboom 3:19
- 7 Natsuko Tayama 2:26
- 8 Girlie Action 2:14
- 9 Minus 5 3:37
- 10 Noah Brill 2:55
- 11 Shawn Kruegar 3:41
- 12 New Flame, Same old Story (karaoke) 2:31
- 13 Not Intended for Children (karaoke) 1:52
- 14 Coming on an Intern's Dress (karaoke) 1:29
- 15 Nicky My Friend (karaoke) 2:06
- 16 Mr. Jones (karaoke) 2:19
- 17 Taste of Pink Champagne (karaoke) 2:07
- 18 Onan the Barbarian (karaoke) 1:33
- 19 Suggestion to Jealous Men (karaoke) 1:43
- 20 Interview01 1:14
- 21 Interview02 1:01
- 22 Interview03 0:53
- 23 Interview04 0:25
- 24 Interview05 1:14
- 25 Interview06 1:00
- 26 Interview07 1:10
- 27 Interview08 0:50
- 28 Interview09 0:40
- 29 Interview10 0:25
- 30 Interview11 1:09
- 31 Interview12 1:07
- 32 Interview13 0:19
- 33 Interview14 1:04
- 34 Interview15 0:44
- 35 Interview16 0:20
- 36 Interview17 1:11
- 37 Interview18 0:49
- 38 Interview19 0:32
- 39 Interview20 0:24
- 40 Interview21 0:31
- 41 Interview22 0:42
- 42 Interview23 1:02
- 43 Interview24 0:49
- 44 Interview25 1:56
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