Description

The Frogs – Bananimals – Compact Disc

Bananimals is an album by The Frogs, a band known for their controversial, humorous, and often provocative lyrics. Released in 1999, the album follows the band’s tradition of eccentric and outlandish content, continuing their exploration of themes ranging from race, sex, to religion, all delivered with a distinctive satirical edge.

The Frogs were formed by brothers Jimmy and Dennis Flemion in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in the early 1980s. They gained a cult following through their theatrical performances, often involving costumes and stage personas, and through their unorthodox approach to music and lyricism. The Frogs were noted for their ability to blend shock value with genuinely catchy melodies and acerbic wit.

Bananimals is typical of The Frogs’ style, which can be seen as both irreverent and bitingly critical of societal norms. Musically, the album incorporates elements of lo-fi production, folk, and rock. Their music often features acoustic guitars, simple arrangements, and a raw production style that focuses more on the immediacy of the lyrics and vocal delivery than on polished production.
Lyrics and Themes

The lyrical content of Bananimals continues the band’s penchant for pushing boundaries. The songs often delve into taboo subjects with a mix of irony and dark humor that can be both offensive and thought-provoking. The Frogs’ approach to such content can make them a challenging listen, but it also positions them as unique commentators on the absurdities of human behavior and societal expectations.

Despite—or perhaps because of—their controversial nature, The Frogs have influenced a number of prominent artists in the alternative rock scene. Bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Smashing Pumpkins have cited The Frogs as an influence, with members of these bands expressing admiration for the Flemion brothers’ unfiltered artistic expression and their fearless confrontation of sensitive topics.

The legacy of The Frogs and albums like Bananimals lies in their challenge to the conventions of music and lyrical content. They remind listeners that music can be a powerful medium for questioning societal norms and expressing the often unspoken complexities of human thought and behavior.

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Track Listing
1. Pay
2. La Da Da Da, La Da Da Dee, La Da Da Dum Dum
3. Love Me Or Die B*tch
4. Evil Arnold – (with The Ugly Name)
5. Is It Right To Kiss The Boys (When You’re A girl And Not A Boy?)
6. One Of Them Wore Wings, The Other Did The Painting
7. Golden Showers
8. Dead Pussy In The Road / Mother’s Name On Top
9. U B*stards
10. Sex Doll Baby!!!, (Try Out My New)
11. Love In The Sand
12. Fur Z Muzik Biz (10 Years To Waste)
13. Blonde & Beautiful, Beat-Up (& The B*tch Was Young)
14. I’m Back To Women
15. My Show Business Days
16. Sailors Board Me Now