Top tracks — play these first
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Bouquet of Barbed Wire Start here — This track opens the album with intense energy, showcasing intricate guitar work paired with confrontational lyrics that set the tone for the record.
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Survival of the Fattest — With its driving beat and sharp commentary on consumer culture, this song encapsulates the band's critique of societal norms while maintaining an infectious rhythm.
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Happy Thoughts — The juxtaposition of upbeat melodies with darkly ironic lyrics makes this track stand out, illustrating the band's unique blend of humor and seriousness.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied intensity
- frenetic energy for active listening
- thought-provoking themes throughout tracks
- short bursts of impactful sound
- engaging ride through contrasting moods
Maybe skip if you
- seek predictable, steady rhythms
- prefer longer, cohesive pieces
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Tumult showcases a raw, provocative sound that departs from conventional rock.
- Career context
- Released in 1983, Tumult marked The Ex's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed release, the self-titled The Ex in 1980. By this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the Dutch art rock scene and gaining attention for their innovative approach to punk and avant-garde music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Shellac· The Flying Lizards· Don Caballero
Tracklist
- 1 Bouquet of Barbed Wire Start here 6:58
- 2 Fear 2:17
- 3 Hunt the Hunters 3:34
- 4 Survival of the Fattest 5:18
- 5 Red Muzak 2:44
- 6 Happy Thoughts 5:33
- 7 The Well-Known Soldier 2:22
- 8 Black and White Statements 4:39
- 9 Squat! 2:25
- 10 Same Old News 2:08
- 11 F.U.N.E.I.D.Y. 5:23
- 12 O.S.L (New Schvienhunt League) 2:42
- 13 Island Race 7:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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