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Barenaked Ladies – Stunt (20th Anniversary Edition) – Compact Disc and DVD
20th Anniversary Edition CD + DVD. Includes Bonus Audio Tracks + The Stunt Tour Documentary “Barenaked in America”
Released as an expanded celebration of their 1998 breakthrough, Stunt (20th Anniversary Edition) revisits the album that launched Barenaked Ladies into mainstream success—while adding a deeper look into the creative spark behind it. This is the record that turned them from cult favorites into international hitmakers, and hearing it in this expanded form only reinforces how sharp, quirky, and musically tight they were at this moment.
At its core, Stunt is a perfect blend of humor and craftsmanship. The band’s signature wit is front and center—especially on their biggest hit, “One Week,” where Ed Robertson delivers rapid-fire, pop culture-packed lyrics with incredible precision. It’s catchy, chaotic, and incredibly fun, but also technically impressive in how tightly it’s performed. That balance between playfulness and musicianship is what makes the album stand out beyond its novelty factor.
But Stunt isn’t just jokes and upbeat energy. Tracks like “It’s All Been Done” and “Call and Answer” show a more emotional, introspective side, with strong melodies and thoughtful lyrics that ground the album. Steven Page’s vocals bring a sense of depth and contrast, giving the record a dynamic range that keeps it from feeling one-dimensional. The band moves easily between humor and sincerity, often within the same song.
The album sits comfortably in late-’90s alternative pop-rock but stands apart because of its versatility. You hear elements of folk, rock, and even a bit of jazz influence in the arrangements. The production is clean and radio-friendly, but there’s enough personality in the instrumentation—acoustic touches, layered harmonies, and rhythmic shifts—to keep things interesting across the tracklist.
The 20th Anniversary Edition really elevates the experience. With live recordings, demos, and alternate versions, it gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at how these songs came together and how they evolved on stage. You get a sense of the band’s energy as performers, as well as their collaborative chemistry in the studio. It turns a great album into a fuller document of a key moment in their career.
In the broader context of late-’90s music, Stunt stands out for not fully fitting into any one trend. While many bands leaned into angst or heavier sounds, Barenaked Ladies carved out their own lane—smart, melodic, and unafraid to be a little weird. That individuality is a big part of why the album still holds up.
Stunt (20th Anniversary Edition) is fun, clever, and surprisingly deep. It captures Barenaked Ladies at their creative peak, showing that you can be witty, catchy, and musically sharp all at once—and make it look effortless.
Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic
Track Listing
One Week
It’s All Been Done
Light Up My Room
I’ll Be That Girl
Leave
Alcohol
Call And Answer
In The Car
Never Is Enough
Who Needs Sleep?
Told You So
Some Fantastic
When You Dream
She’s On Time
Long Way Back Home
1Get In Line
