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Clutch

Clutch · 1995

55 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · blues rock · stoner rock

A gritty fusion of stoner rock riffs and bluesy grooves, propelled by dynamic, narrative-driven lyrics.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with varied pacing gritty riffs for evening drives narrative-driven lyrics to ponder
Context
Released on May 9, 1995, 'Clutch' is the self-titled second album from Clutch, following their debut 'Transnational Speedway League.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound and establishing themselves within the hard rock scene, particularly in the burgeoning stoner rock movement.
If you like
hard rock, blues rock, stoner rock

Clutch is an album by Clutch, released in 1995. A gritty fusion of stoner rock riffs and bluesy grooves, propelled by dynamic, narrative-driven lyrics. This album received significant attention for its eclectic mix of genres and was pivotal in defining Clutch's sound. It helped them build a dedicated fanbase and influenced subsequent bands in the stoner rock genre, with tracks like 'Spacegrass' becoming staples in live performances and fan favorites. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Clutch sound like?

A gritty fusion of stoner rock riffs and bluesy grooves, propelled by dynamic, narrative-driven lyrics. Rooted in hard rock and blues rock.

What makes Clutch by Clutch notable?

This album received significant attention for its eclectic mix of genres and was pivotal in defining Clutch's sound. It helped them build a dedicated fanbase and influenced subsequent bands in the stoner rock genre, with tracks like 'Spacegrass' becoming staples in live performances and fan favorites. Released on May 9, 1995, 'Clutch' is the self-titled second album from Clutch, following their debut 'Transnational Speedway League.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound and establishing themselves within the hard rock scene, particularly in the burgeoning stoner rock movement.

Who is Clutch for?

Clutch works well if you're into dynamic journey with varied pacing, gritty riffs for evening drives and narrative-driven lyrics to ponder.

How many songs are on Clutch?

Clutch has 13 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·55:04

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

  • 1 Big News I 5:14
  • 2 Big News II 2:23
  • 3 Rock n Roll Outlaw 2:59
  • 4 Texan Book of the Dead 2:57
  • 5 Escape From the Prison Planet Standout 4:54
  • 6 Spacegrass Standout 6:32
  • 7 I Have the Body of John Wilkes Booth Standout 4:27
  • 8 Tight Like That 4:50
  • 9 Animal Farm 2:01
  • 10 Droid 4:44
  • 11 The House That Peterbilt 3:33
  • 12 7 Jam 6:18
  • 13 Tim Sult vs. The Greys 4:12

Release Date

May 9, 1995

Genre

blues rock, hard rock, stoner rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

55 min 4 sec