Circus Maximus

by Momus

Circus Maximus cover art

The debut solo release from Nick Currie (Momus) is a deeply eccentric, acoustic-driven exploration of religious and sexual taboos. Stripped of the synth-pop polish of his later work, the album utilizes intricate, cabaret-inspired chamber folk to highlight his highly literate, brilliantly sarcastic, and darkly Biblical lyricism.

Genres

  • Chamber Folk
  • Singer-Songwriter

Tracklist

  1. Lucky Like St. Sebastian
  2. The Lesson Of Sodom (According to Lot)
  3. John the Baptist Jones
  4. King Solomon's Song and Mine
  5. Little Lord Obedience
  6. The Day the Circus Came to Town
  7. The Rape of Lucretia
  8. Paper Wraps Rock
  9. Rules of the Game of Quoits
  10. "Nicky"
  11. Don't Leave
  12. See a Friend in Tears