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Cheshire Cat

Blink-182 · 1994

41 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · pop-punk

Energetic pop-punk anthems meld humor and angst, encapsulating youth's chaotic spirit.

Why this album works

Best for
short, punchy listening sessions energetic youthful vibes lighthearted and humorous moments
Context
Released in 1994, 'Cheshire Cat' was Blink-182's debut studio album, following their earlier EPs. This album marked the beginning of their rise in the pop-punk scene, setting the stage for their subsequent mainstream breakthrough with 'Dude Ranch' in 1997.
If you like
alternative rock, pop-punk

Cheshire Cat is an album by Blink-182, released in 1994. Energetic pop-punk anthems meld humor and angst, encapsulating youth's chaotic spirit. 'Cheshire Cat' is significant for establishing Blink-182 as a key player in the pop-punk genre, spawning hits like 'M+M’s' that received airplay on alternative rock radio. The album helped to pave the way for a resurgence of pop-punk in the late 1990s, influencing countless bands that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cheshire Cat sound like?

Energetic pop-punk anthems meld humor and angst, encapsulating youth's chaotic spirit. Rooted in alternative rock and pop-punk.

What makes Cheshire Cat by Blink-182 notable?

'Cheshire Cat' is significant for establishing Blink-182 as a key player in the pop-punk genre, spawning hits like 'M+M’s' that received airplay on alternative rock radio. The album helped to pave the way for a resurgence of pop-punk in the late 1990s, influencing countless bands that followed. Released in 1994, 'Cheshire Cat' was Blink-182's debut studio album, following their earlier EPs. This album marked the beginning of their rise in the pop-punk scene, setting the stage for their subsequent mainstream breakthrough with 'Dude Ranch' in 1997.

Who is Cheshire Cat for?

Cheshire Cat works well if you're into short, punchy listening sessions, energetic youthful vibes and lighthearted and humorous moments.

How many songs are on Cheshire Cat?

Cheshire Cat has 16 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·41:55

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

  • 1 Carousel Standout 3:14
  • 2 M+M’s Standout 2:39
  • 3 Fentoozler Standout 2:04
  • 4 Touchdown Boy 3:10
  • 5 Strings 2:25
  • 6 Peggy Sue 2:38
  • 7 Sometimes 1:08
  • 8 Does My Breath Smell? 2:38
  • 9 Cacophony 3:05
  • 10 TV 1:41
  • 11 Toast and Bananas 2:42
  • 12 Wasting Time 2:49
  • 13 Romeo and Rebecca 2:34
  • 14 Ben Wah Balls 3:55
  • 15 Just About Done 2:16
  • 16 Depends 2:48

Release Date

January 1, 1994

Genre

alternative rock, pop-punk

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

41 min 55 sec