The Way to Salvation
King Missile · 1991
46 min · 17 tracks · art rock
A quirky blend of spoken word and lo-fi rock that challenges norms with humor and absurdity.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its satirical take on contemporary society, exemplified by tracks like 'The Boy Who Ate Lasagna and Could Jump Over a Church,' which highlights the band's ability to blend humor with poignant commentary. Upon release, the album received critical acclaim for its originality and laid groundwork for subsequent alternative acts exploring similar themes.
- Best for
- quirky humor with absurd narratives short tracks for playful engagement wave-like pacing with peaks
- Context
- Released in 1991, 'The Way to Salvation' is King Missile's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'They Suit Our Needs.' By this time, the band had established their unique style, merging art rock with provocative spoken word elements, solidifying their presence in the alternative music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Velvet Underground· Kate Bush· Lou Reed
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Way to Salvation 2:07
- 2 Life 4:04
- 3 The Boy Who Ate Lasagna and Could Jump Over a Church Standout 1:33
- 4 The Story of Willy 2:24
- 5 Dinosaurs Standout 3:27
- 6 I Wish 2:33
- 7 The Indians 1:40
- 8 It's 5:06
- 9 My Heart is a Flower 2:38
- 10 Pickaxe 2:30
- 11 Sex With You Standout 3:36
- 12 Part Two 2:13
- 13 Betrayal Takes Two 3:10
- 14 Listen to Me 2:29
- 15 Come Closer 3:01
- 16 Scotland 1:10
- 17 To Walk Among the Pigs 2:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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