Touch Sensitive... Bootleg Box Set
The Fall · 2003
316 min · 79 tracks · alternative rock
A chaotic blend of punk energy and experimental sounds, reflecting The Fall's unique approach to alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Touch Sensitive — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album, merging quirky lyrics with a driving beat that exemplifies The Fall's distinctive style.
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Mr. Pharmacist — This cover stands out due to its infectious energy and clever lyrical adaptation, showcasing The Fall's knack for revitalizing classic songs.
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Cyber Insekt — With its experimental elements and hypnotic groove, this track reflects the band's willingness to push boundaries while still retaining their punk roots.
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I Am Damo Suzuki — An homage to Can's vocalist, this track illustrates The Fall's deep connection to the avant-garde music scene and their ability to blend genres seamlessly.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of themes
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- frequent surprises and shifts
- engaging for attentive listeners
- great for extended sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, Touch Sensitive... Bootleg Box Set encompasses the later phase of The Fall's prolific career, showcasing their continued evolution. This collection followed their album 'The Real New Fall LP' (2003) and highlights their ongoing exploration of sound as frontman Mark E. Smith maintained a steady stream of releases despite shifting lineups.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wire· Gang of Four· The Birthday Party
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Cyber Insekt 4:28
- 2 Two Librans 4:03
- 3 And Therein… 4:08
- 4 Touch Sensitive 4:38
- 5 Crop‐Dust 6:00
- 6 Bourgeois Town 5:00
- 7 Sons of Temperance 3:21
- 8 Mr. Pharmacist 2:36
- 9 Kick the Can / F‐’Oldin’ Money 8:04
- 10 My Ex‐Classmates’ Kids 4:09
- 11 Enigrammatic Dream 2:53
- 12 I Wake Up in the City 3:47
- 13 Way Round 6:38
- 14 I Am Damo Suzuki 7:47
Disc 2
- 1 The Joke 3:47
- 2 Cyber Insekt 4:18
- 3 Two Librans 3:34
- 4 And Therein… 4:05
- 5 Touch Sensitive 4:02
- 6 Crop‐Dust 5:33
- 7 Bourgeois Town 4:46
- 8 Sons of Temperance 3:16
- 9 Mr. Pharmacist 2:22
- 10 Kick the Can / F‐’Oldin’ Money 6:55
- 11 My Ex‐Classmates’ Kids 4:18
- 12 Enigrammatic Dream 1:09
- 13 I Wake Up in the City 3:25
- 14 Ey Bastardo 2:12
- 15 Way Round 4:23
- 16 I Am Damo Suzuki 7:39
Disc 3
- 1 MES (intro) 2:04
- 3 Two Librans 3:17
- 4 Touch Sensitive 3:10
- 5 Antidotes 4:03
- 6 F‐’Oldin’ Money 3:21
- 7 Hot Runes 2:57
- 8 Way Round 4:54
- 9 Ketamine Sun 5:12
- 10 Instrumental 2:29
- 11 Midwatch 1953 1:42
- 12 Mr. Pharmacist 3:29
- 13 Dr. Buck’s Letter 5:16
- 14 He Pep! (instrumental) 2:26
- 15 Das Katerer 3:17
- 16 Cyber Insekt 4:21
- 17 Ibis‐Afro Man 5:36
- 18 Birthday Song (instrumental) 2:50
- 19 Paintwork 6:40
Disc 4
- 1 Mes (Spoken Word Tape) 1:06
- 2 Sons of Temperance 4:15
- 3 Two Librans 3:37
- 4 Touch Sensitive 3:48
- 5 Antidote 4:33
- 6 F‐‘Oldin’ Money 3:28
- 7 Way Round 5:26
- 8 Ketamine Sun 4:28
- 9 Midwatch 1953 3:23
- 10 Mr. Pharmacist 2:47
- 11 Cyber Insekt 4:52
- 12 Ibis‐Afro Man 4:32
- 13 Serum (instrumental) 3:28
- 14 Dr. Buck’s Letter 4:52
- 15 Hot Runes 2:02
- 16 Birthday Song (instrumental) 1:18
Disc 5
- 1 The Joke 3:02
- 2 Two Librans 4:18
- 3 F‐’Oldin’ Money 2:39
- 4 Cyber Insekt 3:21
- 5 Dr. Buck’s Letter 4:46
- 6 Mr. Pharmacist 2:27
- 7 I Am Damo Suzuki 5:05
- 8 Touch Sensitive 3:47
- 9 Ketamine Sun 4:35
- 10 Way Round 4:32
- 11 Antidote 4:28
- 12 Hot Runes 3:05
- 13 Ibis‐Afro Man 4:12
- 14 Paintwork 3:04
- 15 And Therein… 4:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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