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(A) Senile Animal

Melvins · 2006

41 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · experimental rock · noise rock

A chaotic blend of noise rock and sludge metal, teeming with dark humor and relentless energy.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • chaotic bursts of relentless energy
  • dark humor with biting wit
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • headphone detail on layered chaos

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking smooth, consistent flow
  • prefer melodic, straightforward structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Critical Peak — (A) Senile Animal marked a significant return to form and received critical acclaim.
Themes
absurdist chaos· societal critique· dark humor· atmospheric tension
Career context
By 2006, Melvins were in a phase of artistic resurgence, releasing (A) Senile Animal as their first album after signing to Ipecac Recordings. This release followed their previous effort, 'Pigs of the Roman Empire' (2004), showcasing their willingness to experiment further with structure and sound while retaining their signature heaviness.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Business· The Jesus Lizard· Torche
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Nude with Boots — Continues the chaotic energy while introducing fresh textures and dynamics.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Liar by The Jesus Lizard — Shares chaotic energy and dark humor, blending noise rock with an absurdist edge.
Pandemonium by Killing Joke — Combines heavy riffs and post-punk elements with a sense of societal critique and atmospheric tension.
1000 Hurts by Shellac — Explores intricate rhythms and a raw sonic palette, echoing themes of chaos and dissonance.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "The Talking Horse".

  • 1 The Talking Horse Start here 2:40
  • 2 Blood Witch 2:44
  • 3 Civilized Worm 5:57
  • 4 A History of Drunks 2:19
  • 5 Rat Faced Granny 2:40
  • 6 The Hawk 2:34
  • 7 You've Never Been Right 2:29
  • 8 A History of Bad Men 6:42
  • 9 The Mechanical Bride 6:25
  • 10 A Vast Filthy Prison 6:44

What to play next

This album is considered a Critical Peak in Melvins's catalog. (A) Senile Animal marked a significant return to form and received critical acclaim.

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A Live History of Gluttony and Lust

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Sets the stage with a live experience that captures their raw sound and humor.
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