Released 30 years ago
Tu-Plang
Regurgitator · 1996
41 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
An eclectic mix of punk energy, satirical lyrics, and electronic sounds that challenge conventional music norms.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its outrageous title and confrontational lyrics, showcasing the band's trademark blend of humor and social critique.
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Kong Foo Sing — A standout track that combines catchy hooks with sharp commentary on consumer culture, demonstrating the band's ability to fuse pop sensibilities with punk attitude.
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Music Is Sport — This track encapsulates the playful yet critical nature of the album, likening music to competitive sports while highlighting the absurdity of both worlds.
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Pop Porn — With its provocative title and infectious beat, this song exemplifies the band's exploration of sexuality and media influence, further pushing boundaries in alternative rock.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's eclectic mix and satirical edge create a distinctive sound, though its cohesion varies across tracks.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate spoken word segments, adding a layer of satire to the lyrical content.
- The first half of the album maintains a high tempo, while the second half introduces more experimental sounds and slower rhythms.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful absurdity in every track
- short bursts of frenetic energy
- sharp social commentary throughout
- for spontaneous dance parties
- quirky humor for lighthearted moods
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, more contemplative music
- seek polished, serious soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 1996, Tu-Plang marked Regurgitator's second studio album, following their debut, Tu-Plang. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the Australian alternative rock scene and developing their signature blend of genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bamboos· Shihad· Jebediah
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am 2:34
- 2 Kong Foo Sing 2:57
- 3 G7 Dick Electro Boogie 3:37
- 4 Couldn’t Do It (Happy Shopper mix) 4:01
- 5 Miffy’s Simplicity 1:30
- 6 Social Disaster 2:59
- 7 Music Is Sport 3:49
- 8 348 Hz 3:00
- 9 Mañana 4:06
- 10 F.S.O. 1:42
- 11 Pop Porn 3:10
- 12 Young Bodies Heal Quickly 2:31
- 13 Blubber Boy (Riding the Wave of Fashion mix) 2:18
- 14 Doorselfin 2:43
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