Bad Moon Rising
Sonic Youth · 1985
52 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · experimental rock
A chaotic blend of noise and melody that captures the raw energy of mid-80s underground rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- chaotic energy with melody
- thought-provoking lyrical themes
- for late-night introspection
- engaging in-order listening experience
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced gratification
- seek polished mainstream sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 1985, 'Bad Moon Rising' was Sonic Youth's third studio album, following their commercially successful 'EVOL'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the alternative rock scene while exploring more experimental and avant-garde sounds. This album marked a significant step towards their later iconic status in the indie and noise rock movements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Bloody Valentine· The Velvet Underground· Swans
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:11
- 2 Brave Men Run (In My Family) 3:36
- 3 Society Is a Hole 5:58
- 4 I Love Her All the Time 7:28
- 5 Ghost Bitch 5:40
- 6 I’m Insane 4:08
- 7 Justice Is Might 4:21
- 8 Death Valley ’69 5:10
- 9 Satan Is Boring 5:06
- 10 Flower 3:36
- 11 Hallowe’en 5:00
- 12 Echo Canyon 1:09
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