What makes Blow It Out Your Ass It's Veruca Salt by Veruca Salt notable?

The album received a mixed critical reception yet showcased the band's ability to experiment within the alternative rock genre. Its single, 'Shimmer Like a Girl,' charted on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks, further solidifying their presence in the 90s music scene. Additionally, the album's title reflects both defiance and a tongue-in-cheek attitude, emblematic of the era's rock ethos. Released in January 1996, 'Blow It Out Your Ass It's Veruca Salt' marked the band's third studio album, following their acclaimed sophomore effort, 'Eight Arms to Hold You.' At this point in their career, Veruca Salt was navigating the challenges of maintaining their momentum after initial success, while also dealing with lineup changes that impacted their sound and approach.

How many songs are on Blow It Out Your Ass It's Veruca Salt?

Blow It Out Your Ass It's Veruca Salt has 4 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Blow It Out Your Ass It's Veruca Salt

Veruca Salt · 1996

19 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock

A gritty blend of dynamic guitars and contrasting melodic harmonies captures the raw energy of 90s alternative rock.

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Shimmer Like a Girl — This track features an infectious chorus and showcases the band's signature blend of catchy hooks with layered harmonies, making it emblematic of their sound.
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I’m Taking Europe With Me — With its driving beat and clever lyrics, this song encapsulates the band's playful yet assertive attitude towards fame and touring during the mid-90s.
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New York Mining Disaster 1996 — The song's introspective lyrics combined with a vibrant instrumental arrangement highlight the band's willingness to explore deeper themes within their music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong songwriting and energetic performances but lacks the cohesion of their earlier work.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a punchy guitar riff that sets a high-energy tone, which is maintained through the second track before shifting to a more subdued sound in the third.
The vocal harmonies are layered prominently, often contrasting with the gritty instrumentation, creating a dynamic push and pull throughout the EP.
The final track features a slower tempo and a more introspective lyrical approach, providing a stark contrast to the preceding songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Shimmer Like a Girl 4:03
2 I’m Taking Europe With Me 3:45
3 New York Mining Disaster 1996 4:56
4 Disinherit 6:25

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Eight Arms to Hold You

1997

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