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WB:RMX

The Residents · 2004

44 min · 15 tracks

A bizarre and eclectic mix of avant-garde sounds and surreal storytelling that challenges traditional music norms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • surreal storytelling with unexpected twists
  • wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
  • short bursts of eccentricity
  • playful irreverence throughout the album
  • quirky themes for adventurous listeners

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, structured music
  • seek traditional song formats

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'WB:RMX' marked a significant shift for The Residents, serving as a remix collection of their earlier works. At this point in their career, they were already known for their experimental approach but were exploring new sonic territories through reimagined tracks. This album followed their 2003 project 'The Bunny Boy', indicating their ongoing evolution in sound and concept.
Stylistic neighbors
Captain Beefheart· Frank Zappa· Devo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Mad Sawmill of Copenhagen, Germany 2:41
  • 2 Baby Skeletons & Dogs 3:22
  • 3 Bop Bop (Shoobop Bop) 1:43
  • 4 A Merican Fag 2:44
  • 5 Oh Mommy Oh Daddy 4:02
  • 6 Peace & Love 4:32
  • 7 Christmas Morning Foto 1:33
  • 8 Maggie’s Farm 2:47
  • 9 Snot and Feces Live at the Grunt Festival 1:47
  • 10 Sweet Meat 3:22
  • 11 Ohm Is Where the Art Is 3:41
  • 12 Sell American 1:44
  • 13 Love Theme From a Major Motion Picture 3:15
  • 14 Pie in the Sky 1:55
  • 15 Art, the White Elephant 4:46

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