Swamp

Talking Heads
Speaking in Tongues (1983)
Moderate 112 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Funky bass lines and jittery rhythms create a groovy, swampy atmosphere with growly vocals that shift from playful to threatening, offering moderate sensory engagement without overwhelming intensity.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A funky art-punk track from Speaking in Tongues featuring deep bass, growly David Byrne vocals, and lyrics evoking Satan, muck, and explosions in a threatening, groove-driven style.

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Moods: energetic, introspective

Traditions: art punk, funk

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