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Cake

Cake

alternative rock, country music, experimental rock, funk rock, indie rock, pop rock, rock music

United States Est. 1991

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Sound in a sentence: "Cake's music features tight grooves punctuated by brass accents and rhythmic shifts that create a playful yet reflective atmosphere."
Cake reshaped the landscape of alternative rock with their distinctive blend of sardonic wit and musical eclecticism, forcing listeners to confront the absurdities of life through a lens that is both humorous and introspective.
Cake reshaped the landscape of alternative rock with their distinctive blend of sardonic wit and musical eclecticism, forcing listeners to confront the absurdities of life through a lens that is both humorous and introspective. Their unique approach to songwriting, where catchy melodies often intertwine with unexpected instrumentation, creates a space for reflection amid the playful energy, making their work resonate deeply within cultural conversations around irony and authenticity. The band's innovative use of unconventional instruments—such as trumpets and slide guitars—crafts a sound that defies categorization, allowing for unexpected shifts in tone and texture. Cake’s music thrives on rhythmic precision and clever arrangements, which encourage an active listening experience rather than passive enjoyment. This approach invites audiences to engage with the music not just as background noise, but as a vital part of their day-to-day lives. Lyrically, Cake often explores themes of disillusionment, love, and social commentary, employing a storytelling technique that balances sincerity with irony. Their narratives frequently highlight the mundane aspects of life while exposing deeper truths beneath the surface. The result is a distinctive voice that feels both relatable and thought-provoking, making listeners consider not just what is said but how it reflects their own experiences.

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Discography

33 releases • 15 studio • 1991–2014
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Extra Value

Extra Value

2004

Comfort Eagle Sampler

Comfort Eagle Sampler

2001

A Piece of Cake

A Piece of Cake

1996

Tour Nuggets

Tour Nuggets

1995

Singles ()

Sick of You

Sick of You

2010

No Phone

No Phone

2004

Carbon Monoxide

Carbon Monoxide

2004

Love You Madly

Love You Madly

2001

Short Skirt/Long Jacket

Short Skirt/Long Jacket

2001

Sheep Go to Heaven

Sheep Go to Heaven

2001

Arco Arena

Arco Arena

2001

Let Me Go

Let Me Go

1999

You Turn the Screws

You Turn the Screws

1999

Never There

Never There

1998

Friend is a Four Letter Word

Friend is a Four Letter Word

1998

I Will Survive

I Will Survive

1997

Frank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra

1997

Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps

Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps

1997

The Distance

The Distance

1996

Ruby Sees All

Ruby Sees All

1995

Jolene

Jolene

1994

Rock 'n' Roll Lifestyle

Rock 'n' Roll Lifestyle

1993

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