Too Many Cowboys
80 min · 20 tracks · art rock
A chaotic blend of punk energy and art rock experimentation, layered with politically charged lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied intensity
- politically charged lyrical explorations
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- short bursts of urgency
- immersive two-part listening experience
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'Too Many Cowboys' marked The Ex's fifth studio album during a period of increasing recognition within the European underground music scene. By this time, they had firmly established themselves as innovators in the post-punk genre, following their notable album 'Fonko' from 1988 which showcased their eclectic sound and political themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Shellac· The Flying Lizards· Don Caballero
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Red & Black 5:47
- 2 White Shirts 3:54
- 3 Adversity 0:30
- 4 People Again 4:12
- 5 Knock 2:46
- 6 Hands Up! You're Free 3:07
- 7 Ignorance 2:54
- 8 Butter or Bombs 4:11
- 9 Dumbo 3:18
- 10 How Can One Sell the Air 5:46
- 11 Business as Usual 5:56
- 12 Olympigs 4:19
- 13 Choice 2:58
- 14 A Job 2:40
- 15 Stupid 6:32
- 16 Oops 5:04
- 17 No Fear 1:20
- 18 Vivisection 6:37
- 19 A Piece of Paper 3:28
- 20 They Shall Not Pass 4:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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