Ken's Best of 2019: #7: Mannequin Pussy - Patience

Being a dad in my forties, it's really hard to admit that I'm into a band called Mannequin Pussy, particularly when your tween daughter asks what you're listening to. But that's just how great Patience is. It makes me ignore how awkward their name can be in family situations.

Songs like "Drunk II" (which is the song of the year by far) may be more pop leaning than I normally enjoy, but there's just enough of an edge to suck me in completely. What is truly magical about Patience is that Mannequin Pussy pull off being pop and punk effortlessly. This is very different than being pop punk, which is a whole separate genre. The songs on Patience are edgy, noisy, and filled with heart and attitude while being incredibly accessible. Not many (or really any) other bands could pull that off.

Songs of note: "Drunk II," "Drunk I," "Who You Are," and "Clams"