Clam Dip & Other Delights
Soul Asylum · 1989
18 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock
A raw and energetic blend of punk-infused alternative rock with introspective lyrics and catchy melodies.
Why this album works
The album helped to establish Soul Asylum as a significant player in the alternative rock genre during the late '80s. While it didn't achieve major commercial success, its underground appeal contributed to the band's growing reputation, eventually leading to their breakthrough with 'Grave Dancers Union' in 1992.
- Best for
- concise energetic flow throughout for quick bursts catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Clam Dip & Other Delights' is Soul Asylum's second album, following their debut 'Say What You Will...' in 1988. At this point in their career, the band was beginning to carve out a niche within the burgeoning alternative rock scene, gaining local traction and critical attention.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Beck· Linkin Park· Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just Plain Evil Standout 3:01
- 2 Chains Standout 3:18
- 3 Secret No More 2:42
- 4 Artificial Heart 3:31
- 5 P-9 Standout 2:32
- 6 Take It to the Root 3:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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