Cement
Feeder · 1997
11 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock
Raw guitars and gritty vocals collide with melodic hooks, embodying the angst of 90s alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cement — The title track encapsulates the album's raw energy with its driving rhythm and introspective lyrics, setting the tone for Feeder's signature sound.
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Chicken on a Bone — This track showcases Feeder's knack for catchy melodies intertwined with gritty instrumentation, highlighting the band's ability to blend pop sensibilities with rock grit.
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Forgiven — With its emotional depth and powerful vocal delivery, this song demonstrates Feeder's lyrical maturity and musical versatility, standing out as a highlight on the album.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Cement established Feeder's sound and led to wider recognition in the late 90s.
- Themes
- 90s alternative angst· grunge-infused melodies· British youth disillusionment
- Career context
- Released in 1997, Cement was Feeder's debut studio album, following their earlier EP releases. At this point, they were establishing their sound, blending elements of Britpop and grunge, positioning themselves within the burgeoning UK alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Biffy Clyro· Placebo· Ash
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cement 3:18
- 2 Chicken on a Bone 3:47
- 3 Forgiven 4:40
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Sixteen Stone
Bush
Shares grunge-infused melodies and themes of disillusionment with raw emotional delivery.
(What's the Story) Morning Glory?
Oasis
Combines Britpop melodies with a similar sense of youthful angst and catchy hooks.
Without You I'm Nothing
Placebo
Explores emotional turmoil with gritty vocals and a mix of alternative rock and post-grunge aesthetics.
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