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Creator

The Lemonheads · 1988

39 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · hardcore punk · power pop

A gritty blend of punk energy and melodic hooks, embodying the raw spirit of late '80s alternative rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for casual listening
  • quick bursts of energetic hooks
  • for upbeat afternoon vibes
  • brief interludes maintain engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, sprawling albums
  • seek deep emotional narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1988, 'Creator' was The Lemonheads' second studio album, following their debut 'Hate Your Friends' from 1987. At this point, the band was beginning to carve out their niche in the emerging alternative rock scene, showcasing their growth as songwriters and musicians.
Stylistic neighbors
The Posies· Teenage Fanclub· Matthew Sweet

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Burying Ground 2:40
  • 2 Sunday 2:07
  • 3 Clang Bang Clang 2:16
  • 4 Out 2:40
  • 5 Your Home Is Where You're Happy 1:31
  • 6 Falling 2:34
  • 7 Die Right Now 2:26
  • 8 Two Weeks in Another Town 1:32
  • 9 Plaster Caster 3:05
  • 10 Come to the Window 2:29
  • 11 Take Her Down 2:41
  • 12 Postcard 3:10
  • 13 Live Without 1:53
  • 14 Luka (Live On VPRO, 1989) 3:40
  • 15 Interview With Lemonheads (Holland, 1989) 2:34
  • 16 Mallo Cup (Live On VPRO, 1989) 2:28

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