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This Leaden Pall

Half Man Half Biscuit · 1993

53 min · 15 tracks · indie rock

A satirical blend of sharp wit and lo-fi indie rock that captures the absurdities of everyday life.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quirky humor in everyday absurdities
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • satirical commentary on modern life
  • playful irreverence throughout the album

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking serious emotional depth
  • prefer polished, mainstream sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1993, 'This Leaden Pall' was Half Man Half Biscuit's fourth studio album, following their acclaimed 'Back Again in the DHSS'. At this point, the band had solidified their unique sound and approach to lyrics, blending humor with social commentary. The album came during a period where they were gaining cult status within the UK indie scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The Fall· They Might Be Giants· Pavement

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 M-6-ster 3:12
  • 2 4AD3DCD 2:59
  • 3 Running Order Squabble Fest 1:54
  • 4 Whiteness Thy Name Is Meltonian 3:59
  • 5 This Leaden Pall 3:08
  • 6 Turned Up Clocked on Laid Off 4:07
  • 7 Improv Workshop Mimeshow Gobshite 3:30
  • 8 13 Eurogoths Floating in the Dead Sea 3:04
  • 9 Whit Week Malarkey 4:00
  • 10 Doreen 4:05
  • 11 Quality Janitor 3:52
  • 12 Floreat Inertia 3:40
  • 13 Malayan Jelutong 4:05
  • 14 Numanoid Hang-glide 2:51
  • 15 Footprints 4:41

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