What makes Confusion Au Go Go by Love Battery notable?

The album received positive reviews from critics and solidified Love Battery's place within the grunge genre during its waning popularity. Its release coincided with a resurgence of interest in alternative rock, as it showcased a raw sound that resonated with fans seeking authenticity in an increasingly commercialized music industry. Released in 1999, Confusion Au Go Go marks Love Battery's third studio album, following their 1995 record, Far Gone. At this point, the band was navigating a changing music landscape post-Nirvana while attempting to redefine their sound amidst the emerging influences of the late '90s alternative rock scene.

Who is Confusion Au Go Go for?

Confusion Au Go Go works well if you're into chaotic bursts of youthful energy, short tracks for quick engagement and disorienting soundscapes to explore.

How many songs are on Confusion Au Go Go?

Confusion Au Go Go has 14 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Confusion Au Go Go

Love Battery · 1999

52 min · 14 tracks · grunge

A chaotic blend of grunge, punk, and experimental sounds that captures the disorienting feel of the late '90s alternative scene.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Confusion Au Go Go — The title track encapsulates the album's frenetic energy and serves as an anthem for disillusionment, perfectly embodying the band's chaotic yet melodic approach.
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Punks Want Rights — This track stands out with its biting social commentary and punk-influenced sound, reflecting the band's roots while addressing contemporary issues.
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Hollow Body — With its atmospheric instrumentation and introspective lyrics, this song highlights the band's ability to blend emotional depth with their signature grunge sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

chaotic bursts of youthful energy
short tracks for quick engagement
disorienting soundscapes to explore
playful irreverence throughout the album

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
seek polished, refined production

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1999, Confusion Au Go Go marks Love Battery's third studio album, following their 1995 record, Far Gone. At this point, the band was navigating a changing music landscape post-Nirvana while attempting to redefine their sound amidst the emerging influences of the late '90s alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Mudhoney· Soundgarden· Stone Temple Pilots

Tracklist

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

1 Confusion Au Go Go 3:39
2 One Small Step 3:55
3 Snipe Hunt 3:17
4 Corporate Memo 3:26
5 Colorblind 3:12
6 Get on Da Big Foot 0:30
7 Dead Boys 4:10
8 Hollow Body 4:41
9 Cute One 2:45
10 Punks Want Rights 4:45
11 Transendental Fornication 4:52
12 Guilty of Every Thing 5:09
13 Monkey Brain 4:22
14 Faithfull 4:06

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