National Absurdatory, by The Embryos

National Absurdatory

by The Embryos

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Todd Leiter-Weintraub There is a band that I was (am?) a little obsessed with - Butterflies. They made a couple of great little records of indie rock that went, sadly, unnoticed back in the 90s and early 'aughts. There is at least one member of that band in The Embryos, and more than a semblance of Butterflies' sound. Clearly 90's indie rock, but exceptionally well-done. And I am so glad that this band, and this record exists.
RIYL: Every great indie band you ever loved that never quite made it.

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The sound of the Embryos National Absurdatory on CD is a triumph of form and function. It will transport you into an alternate dimension. Why are you sitting there attempting to contemplate? National Absurdatory is really great! Expand your mind with a new spice. It comes to you at highly affordable price. The whimsical graphic art was designed by the band and Andy Fry. You have to understand, he’s a pretty nice guy. The CD is on the Kool Kat Musik label. Check out their other artists if you’re able. So, order your CD today silly. It’s nearly as good as Milli Vanilli!

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Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality downloads of Desiree - Radio Edit, The Tone, National Absurdatory, Morning Birds, Rattlesnakes, Singles Club Volume 3, Singles Club Volume 2, Singles Club Volume 1, and 2 more. , and , .

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1.	Morning Birds 03:08	buy track
2.	The Funky Embryo 01:20	buy track
3.	Rattlesnakes 07:13	buy track
4.	Someone to Hold Me 04:17	buy track
5.	Spend Tonight 02:40	buy track
6.	Catching Fire 02:56	buy track
7.	Twisted In My Game 03:30	buy track
8.	You Can Be A Mystery 02:59	buy track
9.	Cosmic Wheel 03:15	buy track
10.	Rolling Wheels 03:40	buy track
11.	Smoldering Remains 02:48	buy track

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Come along with us now, won’t you? The Embryos are going to explore the strange universe from the National Absurdatory. You are invited to discover a new cosmic wheel. You may even spend tonight until the morning birds sing. A funky embryo told me I need someone to hold me. That idea is catching fire. I have you twisted in my game like being trapped in a pile of rattlesnakes. I realize you can be a mystery. Will you disappear on your rolling wheels leaving only smoldering remains behind?

The Embryos
National Absurdatory
Track list:
1. Morning Birds**
2. The Funky Embryo*
3. Rattlesnakes
4. Someone to Hold Me
5. Spend Tonight*
6. Catching Fire∞
7. Twisted In My Game*
8. You Can Be a Mystery
9. Cosmic Wheel
10. Rolling Wheels
11. Smoldering Remains

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released October 8, 2021

Written & Produced By: The Embryos

The Embryos:
Brian Daley: Vocals, Guitar, Bass Guitar
Finn Swingley: Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Wulitzer Piano, Rhoads Piano, Percussion
George T. Drag: Vocals, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Keyboards, Harmonica
Joe Daley: Vocals, Drums, Percussion

String Arrangements By: Brendan Finucane. String Players: Brendan Finucane – Cello
Billie Howard – Violin. Recorded at Soapbox Music, Chicago, IL by The Embryos. Mixed by Melissa Hernandez. *Mixed by George T. Drag. **Mixed by Brian Deck. ∞Mixed by Joe Daley / Finn Swingley.
Mastered by Carl Saff. The Embryos dedicate this release to our friends and families. Peace and love! Peace and love!
©2021 The Embryos – all rights reserved –
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The Embryos Chicago, Illinois

We have been friends and played together in various bands for decades. We first met George Drag when our bands played together at an American Legion show in 1992. Formed in autumn 2016 when George T. Drag (Butterflies, Honda Pavarotti) joined up with the Finn Swingley, Brian Daley, and Joe Daley (Demilos, Soft Speaker, The Saturday Nights), The Embryos make music fun. Peace and love. ... more

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