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Treat

The Ex · 1990

44 min · 23 tracks · art rock

A frenetic blend of art rock and punk energy, driven by sharp instrumentation and socially charged lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • socially charged lyrical themes
  • short bursts of intensity
  • dynamic progression throughout
  • headphone detail hunting experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek slow, meditative sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Treat' was released in 1990, The Ex was already established in the Dutch punk scene, following their previous album 'Junx' from 1989. This album showcased their evolution towards more experimental sounds while maintaining a politically charged message, marking a period of artistic exploration for the band.
Stylistic neighbors
Shellac· The Flying Lizards· Don Caballero

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Elvis and I
  • 2 Mousetrap
  • 3 No More Cigars
  • 4 Meanwhile at McDonna's
  • 5 Shopping Street
  • 6 Tin Gods
  • 7 The State of Freedom
  • 8 The Early Bird's Worm
  • 9 She Said
  • 10 Stonestampers Song
  • 11 Dead Fish
  • 12 Get Your Share
  • 13 The Buzzword Medley
  • 14 New Shoots 3:48
  • 15 Confrontation 4:01
  • 16 Beautiful 6:45
  • 17 Suppressa 4:06
  • 18 Bella ciao 4:06
  • 19 Too Much for the Red Ticker 3:45
  • 20 Timebomb 5:57
  • 21 Mary Houdini 1:42
  • 22 John Henry 6:27
  • 23 The Blantyre Explosion 4:10

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