2 Mics & the Truth – Unplugged & Unhinged in America
Violent Femmes · 2019
71 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk
Raw acoustic renditions breathe new life into classic hits, revealing their lyrical depth and emotional resonance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic mix of energy levels
- lyrical depth in raw acoustics
- wave-like pacing with varied intensity
- reflective moments for introspection
- live performance vibe throughout
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer polished studio productions
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of '2 Mics & the Truth', Violent Femmes were celebrating over three decades of influence in alternative rock. Following their 2016 album 'We Can Do Anything', this live recording showcases the band’s enduring appeal and adaptability, presenting familiar songs in a stripped-down format that emphasizes their folk-punk roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- They Might Be Giants· Pavement· The Smiths
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blister in the Sun (WXRV) 3:35
- 2 I’m Nothing (PASTE) 2:49
- 3 It’s Gonna Rain (PASTE) 3:59
- 4 Breaking Up (WFUV) 4:47
- 5 Good for/at Nothing (WFUV) 3:06
- 6 American Music (KINK) 4:18
- 7 Gone Daddy Gone / I Just Want to Make Love to You (WXPN) 3:08
- 8 I Could Be Anything (WFUV) 4:04
- 9 Rejoice and Be Happy (KCMP) 2:43
- 10 Add It Up (WFUV) 5:27
- 11 You Move Me (WXPN) 3:35
- 12 Issues (KCMP) 2:57
- 13 Run With It (WFUV) 4:36
- 14 Ugly (WXRV) 2:17
- 15 Kiss Off (WXRV) 3:07
- 16 Jesus Walking on the Water (WFUV) 4:59
- 17 Prove My Love (WFUV) 3:01
- 18 Country Death Song (WFUV) 4:52
- 19 Untrue Love (PASTE) 3:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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