Released 20 years ago
The Intelligent Design Of...
Joan of Arc · 2006
76 min · 19 tracks · indie rock
Eclectic indie rock intertwines surreal storytelling with experimental instrumentation, creating a playful yet introspective auditory landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Trial at Orleans — This track exemplifies the album's thematic depth, weaving historical references with modern existential questions, all wrapped in a catchy melody.
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I’m Sorry I Got So Drunk Before My Solo Set in Tokyo — The song's confessional tone paired with its playful title highlights the band's knack for blending vulnerability and wit, making it a standout moment.
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Please Don’t Mistake My Arrogance for Shyness — This track showcases a dynamic shift in musicality and lyrical introspection, effectively representing the album's playful yet earnest spirit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful surreal storytelling elements
- intricate narratives for focused listening
- varied track lengths keep engagement
- quirky charm for adventurous listeners
- thought-provoking themes for introspection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward catchy songs
- prefer quick, repetitive structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2006, Joan of Arc was navigating their post-'So Much Staying Alive and Loving' era, having established themselves as pioneers in the indie rock scene. This album came as the band's third release following a series of lineup changes and creative evolution, showcasing their continued exploration of unconventional song structures and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Sea and Cake· Tortoise· Battles
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Forensic Economics
The bridge disrupts the narrative flow with an unexpected shift in perspective that critiques socio-economic structures.
This structural choice not only adds complexity to the song but also deepens its commentary on capitalism and societal expectations.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Didactic Prom 3:20
- 2 Please Sleep 2:15
- 3 Trial at Orleans 4:11
- 4 Busy Bus, Sunny Sun 5:17
- 5 Stemingway and Heinbeck 4:24
- 6 A Picture Postcard 3:17
- 7 Forensic Economics 4:28
- 8 You (Single) 5:26
- 9 I’m Sorry I Got So Drunk Before My Solo Set in Tokyo 5:30
- 10 My Girlfriend Dumped Me After the Free Trip to Japan 5:35
- 11 Please Don’t Mistake My Arrogance for Shyness 4:07
- 12 For a Half-Deaf Girl Named Echo 4:06
- 13 George, Oh Well (Stand and Clap) 1:12
- 14 For the Skinheads and Hippies 1:54
- 15 You Say Tornaydo, I Say Tornahdo 2:03
- 16 Kissinger’s Lament When Some Young Bunny or Bildeberg Whore Kicks Him Out of Bed for Snoring (In the Key of Me) 4:31
- 17 Violencii or Violencium 4:11
- 18 The Evidence 6:20
- 19 Song for Josh 4:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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