Trouble Over Bridgwater
Half Man Half Biscuit · 2000
51 min · 16 tracks · indie rock
A witty and satirical blend of indie rock with playful, irreverent lyrics capturing British culture.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- witty commentary on everyday life
- quick bursts of playful satire
- for lighthearted gatherings
- short tracks for casual listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer serious, introspective themes
- seek long, cohesive narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Trouble Over Bridgwater' was released in 2000, Half Man Half Biscuit were already known for their unique blend of humor and music. This album marked their fifth studio release, following the critically acclaimed 'C91' from 1991, solidifying their cult status within the indie rock scene while showcasing their continued evolution in sound and lyrical content.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Fall· They Might Be Giants· Pavement
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Irk the Purists 1:51
- 2 Uffington Wassail 3:14
- 3 Third Track Main Camera Four Minutes 4:02
- 4 Nove on the Sly 2:45
- 5 Ballad of Climie Fisher 3:42
- 6 Gubba Look-a-Likes 5:04
- 7 Mathematically Safe 1:52
- 8 With Goth on Our Side 4:22
- 9 Used to Be in Evil Gazebo 4:24
- 10 Slight Reprise 1:00
- 11 It's Clichéd to Be Cynical at Christmas 3:49
- 12 Visitor for Mr. Edmonds 1:11
- 13 Bottleneck at Capel Curig 2:20
- 14 Emerging From Gorse 4:29
- 15 Look Dad No Tunes 4:42
- 16 Twenty Four Hour Garage People 2:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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