Wow and Flutter

Stereolab

About Wow and Flutter

Wow and Flutter is an EP by the post-rock band Stereolab, which served as the second single from their 1994 album Mars Audiac Quintet. A limited edition of 3000 7" copies was released with hand-painted covers. The EP was also released on CD and 10" vinyl. Two of the tracks are alternative versions of songs on Mars Audiac Quintet. "Wow and Flutter" itself is a re-recording, while "Nihilist Assault Group, Pts. 3-5" comprises sections excised from the album version, which was originally planned to be a side-long suite similar in concept to the 18-minute "Jenny Ondioline" on Transient Random-Noise Bursts with Announcements.  


Year:
2002
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I didn't question I didn't know,
As far as I'd seen life was endless,
When I realised I had to let go,
We are mere mortals,
As to the rest,
It's not eternal, imperishable,
While on the move,
It's not eternal, interminable,
Progress is the clue,

I though IBM was born with the world,
The US flag would float forever,
The cold opponent did pack away,
The capital will have to follow,
It's not eternal, imperishable,
Oh yes it will go,
It's not eternal, imperishable,
The dinosaur law,

Look at the symbols, they are alive,
They move evolve and then they die.

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Stereolab

Stereolab are an alternative music band formed in 1990 in London, England. The band originally comprised songwriting team Tim Gane (guitar/keyboards) and Lætitia Sadier (vocals/keyboards/guitar), both of whom remained at the helm across many lineup changes. Other long-time members include Mary Hansen (backing vocals/keyboards/guitar), who played with the group from 1992 until her accidental death in 2002, and Andy Ramsay (drums), who joined in 1993, and who is still in the official line-up. more »

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Written by: LAETITIA SADIER, TIMOTHY JOHN GANE

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Wow and Flutter" is a track by the band Stereolab, considered as a significant contribution to the Post-Rock and Indie Pop genres.
Album Information
The song is from the album "Mars Audiac Quintet," which was released in August 1994 as the band's fourth studio album.
Lyrics and Themes
The song lyrics are oblique and intentionally vague, catering to Stereolab's distinct style, which often includes social and political themes.
Music Classification
The band Stereolab is known for their avant-pop sound, which is also reflected in "Wow and Flutter" that includes blends of pop melodies with experimental rock and vintage electronic sounds.
Band Members
Stereolab's initial line-up during the production of "Wow and Flutter" included Lætitia Sadier, Tim Gane, and Mary Hansen. Sadier and Gane were the primary songwriters.
Song Structure
The song is structurally complex compared to traditional pop music, known for its shifting sections and unconventional rhythm patterns.
Audience Reception
"Wow and Flutter" received widespread acclaim from fans and critics, praising Stereolab's experimental musical approach.
Language Use
Stereolab often incorporates both English and French lyrics in their songs, including "Wow and Flutter". They were among the first bands to effectively employ this bilingual approach in Indie Pop music.
Band's Philosophical Undertones
Stereolab's music, including "Wow and Flutter", often incorporates themes related to Marxist and Socialist philosophies.
Instrumentation
Against the backdrop of Indie pop, Stereolab used a unique mixture of vintage keyboards and synthesizers, guitars, and often unconventional percussive instruments in their songs like "Wow and Flutter".
Critical Acclaim
Stereolab's "Mars Audiac Quintet" was critically acclaimed as one of their finest works, and "Wow and Flutter" was specially praised for its successful merging of pop and experimental sounds.
Success in America
"Wow and Flutter" contributed to the considerable success of Stereolab in America, helping the band gather a substantial cult following.

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