RoadKillOvercoat
Busdriver · 2007
43 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · underground hip-hop
A frenetic tapestry of abstract beats and intricate wordplay that challenges conventions of hip-hop.
RoadKillOvercoat is an album by Busdriver, released in 2007. A frenetic tapestry of abstract beats and intricate wordplay that challenges conventions of hip-hop. 'RoadKillOvercoat' received significant acclaim for its experimental approach, landing on various year-end lists from music publications like Pitchfork. The album's blend of abstract lyricism and unconventional beats has influenced a generation of artists in the underground hip-hop community, solidifying Busdriver's status as a pioneer in progressive rap. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does RoadKillOvercoat sound like?
A frenetic tapestry of abstract beats and intricate wordplay that challenges conventions of hip-hop. Rooted in hip-hop and alternative hip-hop.
What makes RoadKillOvercoat by Busdriver notable?
'RoadKillOvercoat' received significant acclaim for its experimental approach, landing on various year-end lists from music publications like Pitchfork. The album's blend of abstract lyricism and unconventional beats has influenced a generation of artists in the underground hip-hop community, solidifying Busdriver's status as a pioneer in progressive rap. In 2007, Busdriver was firmly established as an innovative voice in underground and experimental hip-hop, following his critically acclaimed album 'Cosmic Cleavage' released in 2005. 'RoadKillOvercoat' marks a continuation of his artistic evolution, showcasing his unique lyrical style and eclectic production choices during a time when he gained recognition within the alternative rap scene.
How many songs are on RoadKillOvercoat?
RoadKillOvercoat has 12 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Casting Agents and Cowgirls Standout 3:17
- 2 Less Yes's, More No's 4:21
- 3 Kill Your Employer (Recreational Paranoia Is the Sport of Now) Standout 3:50
- 4 Ethereal Driftwood 3:43
- 5 Secret Skin 3:28
- 6 Sun Shower 4:08
- 7 Go Slow 3:06
- 8 The Troglodyte Wins 3:22
- 9 Pompous Posies! Your Party's No Fun 3:10
- 10 (Bloody Paw on the) Kill Floor 3:12
- 11 Mr. Mistakes (Bested by the Whisper Chasm) Standout 4:02
- 12 Dream Catcher's Mitt 3:43
Release Date
January 30, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
43 min 22 sec
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