Chicken Switch
Melvins · 2009
69 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · experimental rock · noise rock
A chaotic blend of experimental noise and sludge metal, pushing boundaries with relentless intensity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- experimental noise engagement
- relentless intensity for focus
- challenging soundscapes for curiosity
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- preferring straightforward melodies
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Chicken Switch' was released in 2009, Melvins had established themselves as pioneers of alternative and experimental rock since their formation in 1983. This album came after a series of influential works, including their 2006 release '(A) Senile Animal', which further solidified their unique sound and expansive creativity during a phase of sustained artistic exploration.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Big Business· The Jesus Lizard· Torche
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Washmachine Sk8tronics 5:09
- 2 Emperor Twaddle Remix 4:20
- 3 She Chokes Her Dying Breath and Does It in My Face 4:24
- 4 AAHHH… 5:02
- 5 Linkshänder 5:12
- 6 EggNog Trilogy: i) She’s Ivanhoe ii) Cancer iii) Inebriated 4:24
- 7 SNOW REM REM IBVZ 5:56
- 8 Prick Concrète/Revolution M 3:23
- 9 Queen (Electroclash remix) 4:40
- 10 The Silky Apple Butter of Youth 3:12
- 11 4th Floor Hellcopter 5:06
- 12 disp_tx_skel_mach_murx 5:06
- 13 Overgoat 4:35
- 14 Over From Under the Dog, Girl & Boy Treatment 4:04
- 15 Hard Revenge Milly Bloody Battle vs. the Melvins Ozmatized Gore Police 5:15
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