Beans and Tolerance
The Young Fresh Fellows · 1989
3 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of quirky melodies and offbeat lyrics that captures the playful spirit of late '80s alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rock and Roll Guitars Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy riffs and tongue-in-cheek lyrics, encapsulating the band's playful approach to rock music.
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Stop Breathing (You're Foggin' Up My Mind) — A standout moment on the album, this song blends infectious hooks with witty observations about distraction and communication breakdowns, highlighting the band's lyrical cleverness.
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Gorilla — This track features a driving rhythm and a memorable chorus, showcasing the band's ability to mix humor with catchy melodies in an entertaining way.
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Woman's Prison — With its satirical take on societal norms, this song showcases the band's knack for blending serious themes with lighthearted musicality, making it a notable highlight on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- spirited sing-along moments
- short bursts of energy
- playful irreverence in lyrics
- fragmented pacing for spontaneity
- lighthearted fun with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of deep introspection
- prefer long, cohesive albums
Where this album fits
- Themes
- quirky satire· societal norms critique· communication breakdowns
- Career context
- Released in 1989, Beans and Tolerance marked The Young Fresh Fellows' third studio album, following their breakthrough record, The Fabulous Sounds of the Pacific Northwest. At this point, the band had started to carve out their identity within the alternative rock scene, becoming known for their energetic performances and distinctive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Minus 5· The Posies· They Might Be Giants
Tracklist
- 1 Rock and Roll Guitars Start here
- 2 Fruitbasket Blues
- 3 Vacation Rock
- 4 N.F. in Trouble
- 5 Stop Breathing (You're Foggin' Up My Mind)
- 6 Gorilla 3:24
- 7 Shake Your Love
- 8 Silhouette
- 9 Woman's Prison
- 10 After Eggs
- 11 Tell It to the Raven
- 12 Whole Lotta Pappys
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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