What makes Cumbersome by Seven Mary Three notable?

The album's title track became a considerable hit, peaking at number 1 on Billboard's Modern Rock Tracks chart. Its success helped define the sound of mid-90s alternative rock, influencing a generation of artists and contributing to the genre's commercial viability. Released as Seven Mary Three's debut album, Cumbersome marked the band's entry into the alternative rock scene in 1996. Following a series of local performances, this album propelled them into wider recognition, establishing their sound amidst the burgeoning post-grunge movement.

How many songs are on Cumbersome?

Cumbersome has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Cumbersome

Seven Mary Three · 1996

7 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock

An anthemic blend of grunge and post-grunge, driven by raw vocals and introspective lyrics that resonate with discontent.

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Cumbersome (LP version) — This track encapsulates the band's angst-filled ethos, showcasing powerful lyrics that explore themes of existential frustration and societal pressures.
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Cumbersome (acoustic version) — The acoustic rendition highlights the emotional depth of the lyrics, stripping down the instrumentation to reveal the raw vulnerability beneath the song's surface.

Tracklist

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1 Cumbersome (LP version) 3:58
2 Cumbersome (acoustic version) 3:55

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