Bad Channels – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Blue Öyster Cult · 1992
71 min · 30 tracks · hard rock
A surreal blend of hard rock and eclectic soundscapes, echoing the bizarre narrative of a sci-fi horror film.
Top tracks — play these first
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Demon's Kiss Start here — This track features driving guitar riffs and haunting vocals that encapsulate the album's dark themes while showcasing the band's hard rock prowess.
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Blind Faith — With its brooding atmosphere and layered instrumentation, this song highlights the band's ability to create compelling narratives within their music.
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That's How It Is — This track stands out for its catchy chorus and rhythm, representing a lighter side of the album amidst its darker themes.
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Jane Jane (The Hurricane) — Infused with a sense of urgency and power, this track reflects the dynamic energy that Blue Öyster Cult brings to their performances.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky soundscapes with humor
- wave-like pacing for exploration
- short tracks for quick shifts
- dynamic shifts keep engagement
- for late-night listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- dislike offbeat or surreal themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A unique soundtrack that showcases the band's versatility, but not widely recognized.
- Career context
- Released in 1992, Bad Channels marked Blue Öyster Cult's return to film soundtracks after their earlier work on 'The Phantom of the Paradise' in 1974. At this point in their career, they were navigating a shift in musical style, moving towards more experimental sounds while maintaining their hard rock roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- UFO· Rainbow· Deep Purple
Tracklist
- 1 Demon's Kiss Start here 3:53
- 2 The Horsemen Arrive 6:12
- 3 That's How It Is 3:07
- 4 Jane Jane (The Hurricane) 3:03
- 5 Somewhere in the Night 4:30
- 6 Blind Faith 4:24
- 7 Manic Depresso 4:03
- 8 Mr. Cool 3:38
- 9 Myth of Freedom 5:07
- 10 Bad Channels Overture 3:59
- 11 Touching Myself Again 3:04
- 12 Little Old Lady Polka 2:01
- 13 Power Station 2:02
- 14 Power Station II 1:38
- 15 Shadow 0:26
- 16 V.U. 0:52
- 17 Cosmo Rules, but Lump Controls 1:09
- 18 Battering Ram 1:25
- 19 This Dude Is Fucked 2:24
- 20 Pick Up Her Feed 1:53
- 21 Spray That Scumbag 1:54
- 22 Out of Station 1:22
- 23 Tree Full of Owls 1:08
- 24 Cookie in Bottle 0:40
- 25 Corky Gets It 1:01
- 26 Eulogy for Corky 0:43
- 27 Spore Bomb 1:06
- 28 Remodeling 2:14
- 29 Ginger Snaps 1:35
- 30 Moon Gets It 0:39
What to play next
Cult Classic
1994
Continues the eclectic sound with a mix of hard rock and unique themes.
Nail You Down
1992
Sets the stage for the surreal and experimental elements in Bad Channels.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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