This Mess
2007 single by Wolf & Cub
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This Mess is the debut single by Australian band Wolf & Cub, released from their first album, Vessels. The track was featured as iTunes' "Single of the Week" in the first week of August 2006, introducing the band's psychedelic-funk style to a wider audience.[1]
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| Single by Wolf & Cub | ||||
| from the album Vessels | ||||
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| Released | March 13, 2007 | |||
| Genre | Psychedelic, funk | |||
| Length | 12:03 | |||
| Label | 4AD Remote Control | |||
| Songwriter | Joel Byrne | |||
| Producers | Tony Doogan, Matt Hills, Wolf & Cub | |||
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Track listing
CD
BAD 2715CD
- "This Mess" – 3:52
- "The Death Rattle Shakes" – 4:29
- "Chameleon and the Snakes" – 3:42
7" Vinyl
AD 2715
- "This Mess" – 3:52
- "The Death Rattle Shakes" – 4:29
iTunes
- "This Mess" (single edit) – 3:06
Music video
Wolf & Cub's music video for "This Mess" employs kaleidoscopic editing techniques to complement the song's psychedelic sound. The visual symmetry reflects the band's use of dual drummers, creating a mirrored effect that enhances the song's dynamic rhythm.[citation needed]