They Make Beer Commercials Like This
Minus the Bear · 2004
22 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of indie rock and math rock that flirts with playful melodies and intricate guitar work.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fine + 2 Pts — The opening track sets the tone with its infectious energy and showcases the band's signature blend of intricate guitars and rhythmic complexity.
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Hey! Is That a Ninja Up There? — This track exemplifies Minus the Bear's ability to weave storytelling into their music, combining humor with sophisticated musicianship.
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Let’s Play Clowns — With its catchy chorus and dynamic shifts, this song highlights the band's knack for balancing whimsy with emotionally resonant themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases inventive melodies and intricate arrangements, solidifying its place in the indie rock scene.
What we noticed
- The lyrics often employ humor and clever wordplay, enhancing the lighthearted feel of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful melodies for casual listening
- short bursts of energetic fun
- quirky themes spark curiosity
- for sunny afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- seek deep emotional weight
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2004, They Make Beer Commercials Like This is Minus the Bear's sophomore album, following their debut, Highly Refined Pirates. At this point, the band was gaining momentum in the indie scene, building on their unique sound characterized by complex rhythms and catchy hooks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Mars Volta· Battles· Maps & Atlases
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fine + 2 Pts 3:50
- 2 Let’s Play Clowns 3:37
- 3 Dog Park 2:36
- 4 I’m Totally Not Down With Rob’s Alien 4:06
- 5 Hey! Is That a Ninja Up There? 4:05
- 6 Pony Up! 3:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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