Theatre Is Evil
Amanda Palmer · 2012
74 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
A theatrical fusion of punk, cabaret, and alternative rock that challenges conventions with raw emotion.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its innovative approach to crowdfunding, raising over $1 million on Kickstarter, which challenged traditional music industry practices. Critics praised its bold experimentation and thematic content, solidifying Palmer's reputation as a boundary-pushing artist in the alternative rock scene.
- Career context
- Theatre Is Evil marked Amanda Palmer's first full-length studio album after her successful crowdfunding campaign in 2012, positioning her as a pioneer in artist-led funding. Following her work with the Dresden Dolls, this album represented a significant shift towards a more collaborative effort with the Grand Theft Orchestra and showcased her evolving sound and lyrical depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Meow Meow Introduces the Grand Theft Orchestra 0:18
- 2 Smile (Pictures or It Didn't Happen) Standout 6:27
- 3 The Killing Type Standout 4:29
- 4 Do It With a Rockstar 4:25
- 5 Want It Back 4:09
- 6 Grown Man Cry Standout 5:16
- 7 Trout Heart Replica 7:09
- 8 A Grand Theft Intermission 2:07
- 9 Lost 4:31
- 10 Bottomfeeder 6:12
- 11 The Bed Song 6:07
- 12 Massachusetts Avenue 4:40
- 13 Melody Dean 4:02
- 14 Berlin 7:17
- 15 Olly Olly Oxen Free 4:05
- 16 Denial Thing 2:56
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