This Is the BBC
Robyn Hitchcock · 2006
46 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A whimsical blend of lo-fi alt-rock and surreal storytelling that invites listeners into a dreamlike soundscape.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it captures the essence of Hitchcock's live performances, illustrating his wit and charm. It received positive reviews and further solidified his standing in the alternative rock scene, demonstrating both critical acclaim and a devoted fanbase.
- Best for
- whimsical storytelling with surreal imagery steady mid-tempo flow throughout dreamlike soundscape for reflection
- Context
- By 2006, Robyn Hitchcock was already an established figure in alternative rock, known for his clever lyrics and eccentric style. 'This Is the BBC' came after a string of albums in the 1990s and 2000s, marking a period of renewed creativity. This album features recordings from live performances, showcasing Hitchcock's unique ability to connect with audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Robbie Williams· Depeche Mode· Muse· Duran Duran· The Cure· Placebo· Bryan Adams· Manic Street Preachers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Man With a Woman’s Shadow Standout 3:21
- 2 Heliotrope 3:02
- 3 De Chirico Street 3:31
- 4 The Cheese Alarm 4:00
- 5 Jewels for Sophia 4:32
- 6 Polly on the Shore 4:22
- 7 Where Do You Go When You Die? Standout 4:20
- 8 I Saw Nick Drake Standout 3:31
- 9 It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry 3:21
- 10 Andy Kershaw Jingle 0:32
- 11 Birds in Perspex 3:41
- 12 Sally Was a Legend 2:39
- 13 Elizabeth Jade 2:26
- 14 Madonna of the Wasps 3:18
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