Released 18 years ago this November
At the Cat's Cradle, 1992
Ween · 2008
76 min · 38 tracks · alternative rock
An eclectic blend of lo-fi psychedelia and irreverent humor with a raw, energetic live atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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Big Jilm Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Captain Fantasy — This track exemplifies Ween's whimsical narrative style, combining absurdist lyrics with catchy melodies that encapsulate their playful approach to storytelling.
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You Fucked Up — A fan favorite, this song's raw energy and emotional honesty stand out, revealing Ween's ability to blend humor with poignant moments.
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Tick — With its infectious groove and memorable hook, this track highlights the band's knack for crafting compelling melodies while maintaining their signature lo-fi aesthetic.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical chaos for adventurous minds
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- playful experimentation with song structures
- for spontaneous gatherings
- headphone detail in lo-fi textures
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song formats
- seek polished production quality
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Showcases Ween's live energy and eclectic style, appealing to dedicated fans.
- Themes
- absurdist narratives· lo-fi live energy· early 90s nostalgia
- Career context
- Released in 2008, At the Cat's Cradle, 1992 captures Ween during a period of reemergence following their commercial success with Quebec in 2003. This album showcases their characteristic experimental spirit as they celebrate their early years with live recordings that reflect their unique mix of genres and humor.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Flaming Lips· Primus· Beck
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Big Jilm Start here 3:36
- 2 Never Squeal on th’ Pusher 2:59
- 3 Captain Fantasy 4:38
- 4 Tick 2:24
- 5 Pork Roll, Egg and Cheese 3:25
- 6 Cover It With Gas and Set It on Fire 2:10
- 7 The Goin’ Gets Tough From the Getgo 2:55
- 8 Don’t Get 2 Close (2 My Fantasy) 5:12
- 9 Nan 3:43
- 10 Marble Tulip Juicy Tree 6:02
- 11 Ode to Rene 2:47
- 12 Mango Woman 3:11
- 13 El Camino 2:57
- 14 Demon Sweat 5:07
- 15 You Fucked Up 2:14
- 16 Old Queen Cole 2:08
- 17 Papa Zit 1:39
- 18 Buckingham Green 7:47
- 19 Birthday Boy 2:25
- 20 Fat Lenny 3:10
- 21 Reggaejunkiejew 6:26
Disc 2
- 1 Captain Fantasy
- 2 You Fucked Up
- 3 Tick
- 4 Boing
- 5 Listen to the Music
- 6 Don’t Get 2 Close (2 My Fantasy)
- 7 Cover It With Gas and Set It on Fire
- 8 Seconds
- 9 Marble Tulip Juicy Tree
- 10 Gladiola Heartbreaker
- 11 Common Bitch
- 12 The Goin’ Gets Tough From the Getgo
- 13 Reggaejunkiejew
- 14 Old Queen Cole
- 15 Shalom Absalom
- 16 Don’t Laugh (I Love You)
- 17 Mountain Dew
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots
The Flaming Lips
Shares a playful absurdity and eclectic sound palette with lo-fi psychedelic vibes.
The Moon & Antarctica
Modest Mouse
Captures a similar blend of quirky narratives and raw, energetic instrumentation in a lo-fi setting.
Lonerism
Tame Impala
Explores themes of solitude and nostalgia with a rich, psychedelic sonic texture that resonates with Ween's style.
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