What makes American Standard by Seven Mary Three notable?

The album features the hit single 'Cumbersome,' which reached number 1 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and received significant airplay on radio stations across the U.S. Its success helped to solidify Seven Mary Three's place in the alternative rock movement of the mid-'90s, influencing subsequent bands in the genre. Released on September 5, 1995, 'American Standard' was Seven Mary Three's debut album. At this point in their career, they were carving a niche in the alternative rock scene, following a series of local performances that had built their reputation. The album marked their entrance into mainstream consciousness, featuring a sound that would define their early work.

Who is American Standard for?

American Standard works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, introspective late-night reflections and catchy hooks for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on American Standard?

American Standard has 11 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

American Standard

Seven Mary Three · 1995

46 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of gritty alternative rock with introspective lyrics and catchy hooks that capture the spirit of the '90s.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
introspective late-night reflections
catchy hooks for sing-alongs
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on September 5, 1995, 'American Standard' was Seven Mary Three's debut album. At this point in their career, they were carving a niche in the alternative rock scene, following a series of local performances that had built their reputation. The album marked their entrance into mainstream consciousness, featuring a sound that would define their early work.
Stylistic neighbors: Fuel· Live· Collective Soul

Tracklist

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

1 Water’s Edge 3:52
2 Cumbersome 3:59
3 Roderigo 4:24
4 Devil Boy 4:24
5 My My 2:52
6 Lame 4:52
7 Headstrong 4:46
8 Anything 3:41
9 Margaret 3:42
10 Punch In Punch Out 2:47
11 Favorite Dog 6:51

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