Top tracks — play these first
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Puked to High Heaven — This track encapsulates Watt's raw energy and lyrical wit, offering a vivid portrayal of chaotic emotions through frenetic instrumentation.
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Tied a Reed ’Round My Waist — With its narrative lyricism and dynamic shifts, this song exemplifies Watt's storytelling prowess, blending personal reflection with musical experimentation.
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Pelicanman — A standout with its intricate basslines and haunting melodies, this track showcases Watt's ability to weave complex emotions into his music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Mike Watt released The Secondman's Middle Stand in 2004, he was already an established figure in punk rock, having risen to prominence with the Minutemen in the early '80s. This album marked his first solo effort after a hiatus, showcasing his signature bass-driven sound while experimenting with narrative and thematic depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Minutemen· The Stooges· Fugazi
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Tied a Reed ’Round My Waist
The bridge introduces a stark contrast to the rest of the song by shifting from introspective musings to a more confrontational tone.
This structural choice emphasizes the internal struggle at play, illustrating Watt's skill in manipulating dynamics to enhance emotional impact.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Boilin’ Blazes 5:30
- 2 Puked to High Heaven 3:15
- 3 Burstedman 5:55
- 4 Tied a Reed ’Round My Waist 5:59
- 5 Pissbags and Tubing 6:17
- 6 Beltsandedman 6:40
- 7 The Angels Gate 6:32
- 8 Pluckin’, Pedalin’ and Paddlin’ 7:02
- 9 Pelicanman 5:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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