Released 31 years ago this October
Subliminal Plastic Motives
Self · 1995
42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
Eclectic alternative rock blends experimental sounds with introspective lyrics, creating a surreal yet relatable auditory experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Borateen — The opening track introduces listeners to the band's quirkiness with catchy melodies and playful lyrics, setting the tone for the entire album.
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Marathon Shirt — This track stands out with its infectious chorus and introspective themes, showcasing the band's ability to blend humor with deeper emotional undertones.
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Mother Nature’s Fault — A highlight that combines sharp wit and social commentary, reflecting on environmental concerns with a memorable hook that resonates well beyond its runtime.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo explorative listening
- whimsical themes for curious minds
- engaging narratives with playful twists
- for reflective afternoons
- consistent flow for focused sessions
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song formats
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Subliminal Plastic Motives is Self's debut album, released in 1995 after the band formed in 1994. At this point, they were establishing their identity in the alternative rock scene, gaining attention for their unique sound and approach to songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Apples in Stereo· They Might Be Giants· Beck
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Stewardess
The narrative shifts from personal longing to a broader commentary on relationships through vivid imagery of flight and distance.
This structural choice deepens the emotional impact by contrasting personal desires with the inevitability of separation, enhancing the song's thematic complexity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Borateen 3:05
- 2 Sophomore Jinx 5:10
- 3 Stewardess 3:36
- 4 So Low 3:48
- 5 Marathon Shirt 4:15
- 6 Lucid Anne 3:02
- 7 Cannon 4:01
- 8 Missed the Friction 2:59
- 9 Super★ 2:31
- 10 Mother Nature’s Fault 3:35
- 11 Big Important Nothing 2:43
- 12 Lost My Senses 3:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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