World Shut Your Mouth
Julian Cope · 1984
52 min · 14 tracks · post-punk
A kaleidoscopic blend of post-punk energy and eclectic lyrical themes that challenge conventional rock norms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- kaleidoscopic lyrical exploration
- short bursts of energy
- engaging narrative twists
- playful irreverence throughout
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'World Shut Your Mouth' was released in January 1984, Julian Cope had just exited his role as frontman of The Teardrop Explodes, his previous band. This album marked his debut solo effort, establishing him as a distinct voice in the post-punk landscape and setting the stage for his subsequent artistic explorations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Teardrop Explodes· Echo & the Bunnymen· Wire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bandy’s First Jump 2:51
- 2 Metranil Vavin 3:01
- 3 Strasbourg 2:26
- 4 An Elegant Chaos 4:06
- 5 Quizmaster 2:59
- 6 Kolly Kibber’s Birthday 5:19
- 7 Sunshine Playroom 3:02
- 8 Head Hang Low 5:06
- 9 Pussyface 4:14
- 10 Greatness and Perfection 3:31
- 11 Lunatic and Fire‐Pistol 4:34
- 12 Wreck My Car 2:28
- 13 High Class Butcher 3:57
- 14 Eat the Poor 4:39
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