Day one and explanation.

[2011] We Must Become the Pitiless Censors of Ourselves by John Maus

Artist Info:

Album Info:

Track List

  • Streetlight
  • Quantum Leap
  • …And The Rain
  • Hey Moon
  • Keep Pushing On
  • The Crucifix
  • Head For The Country
  • Cop Killer
  • Matter Of Fact
  • We Can Break Through
  • Believer

Run Time - ≈ 31 Minutes 52 Seconds

Cover Photo

Fun Facts

Maus said that he wrote the album in a “search for the perfect pop song”.

“Cop Killer” is an arrangement of Peter Hajba’s1992 composition “Crystal Dragon” with newly-written lyrics by Maus.

Personal Thoughts

This was the second album recommended to me by the guy who recommended Hot Rats in our weekly exchange. I really liked this one, it would be a great listen on any relaxing day or solo drive. I found the dreary, mystical vibe created by the synthesizer and the reverberation of the lyrics to be quite enjoyable. My favorite track was Cop Killer.