The Poison Boyfriend
Momus · 1987
59 min · 11 tracks · post-punk · Shibuya-kei · folktronica
A whimsical blend of sardonic storytelling and eclectic soundscapes that challenge societal norms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
- sardonic humor and wit
- whimsical narratives with depth
- reflective moments of dark comedy
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- avoid complex lyrical themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1987, 'The Poison Boyfriend' was Momus's second album, following his debut 'The Right to Be French'. At this point in his career, Momus was establishing himself as a provocateur within the post-punk scene, experimenting with lyrical themes that juxtaposed humor and darkness.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cornelius· Pizzicato Five· Stereolab
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Murderers, the Hope of Women 5:20
- 2 Eleven Executioners 4:04
- 3 What Will Death Be Like? 7:05
- 4 The Gatecrasher 4:58
- 5 Violets 4:56
- 6 Islington John 5:16
- 7 Three Wars 5:48
- 8 Flame Into Being 5:22
- 9 Situation Comedy Blues 3:49
- 10 Sex for the Disabled 4:51
- 11 Closer to You 7:32
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