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A Walk with Love & Death

Melvins · 2017

81 min · 23 tracks · alternative rock · experimental rock · noise rock

A turbulent fusion of sludgy riffs and avant-garde experimentation, echoing the band's eclectic roots.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • dynamic exploration of soundscapes
  • short bursts of chaotic energy
  • ideal for adventurous listening sessions
  • eclectic tracks for varied moods

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • need instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2017, Melvins had established themselves as a pioneering force in alternative and experimental rock, with 'A Walk with Love & Death' serving as their 25th studio release. This album followed their 2014 effort 'Hold It In,' showcasing a continued evolution in sound while maintaining their signature heavy approach.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Business· The Jesus Lizard· Torche

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Black Heath 6:41
  • 2 Sober-delic (Acid Only) 6:03
  • 3 Euthanasia 4:36
  • 4 What's Wrong with You? 2:36
  • 5 Edgar the Elephant 3:36
  • 6 Flaming Creature 4:22
  • 7 Christ Hammer 3:51
  • 8 Cactus Party 3:37
  • 9 Cardboa Negro 2:56

Disc 2

  • 1 Aim High 2:01
  • 2 Queen Powder Party 2:14
  • 3 Street Level St. Paul 2:18
  • 4 The Hidden Joice 1:11
  • 5 Give It to Me 2:49
  • 6 Chicken Butt 1:49
  • 7 Eat Yourself Out 5:03
  • 8 Scooba 1:09
  • 9 Halfway to the Bakersfield Mall 4:17
  • 10 Pacoima Normal 2:33
  • 11 Park Head 3:39
  • 12 T-Burg 4:10
  • 13 Track Star 5:02
  • 14 The Asshole Bastard 4:55

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