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Dinosaur

Dinosaur Jr. · 1985

44 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Raw, distorted guitar riffs intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a dynamic sound that shaped alternative rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • introspective thought-provoking moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 16, 1985, 'Dinosaur' is Dinosaur Jr.'s debut album, introducing the band's unique blend of punk and melodic influences. At this point, they were emerging from the vibrant Massachusetts music scene, quickly establishing themselves as pivotal figures in the burgeoning alternative rock genre.
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You're Living All Over Me — Continues the raw sound with more intricate guitar work and deeper themes.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Bulbs of Passion".

  • 1 Bulbs of Passion Start here 4:16
  • 2 Forget the Swan 5:09
  • 3 Cats in a Bowl 3:35
  • 4 The Leper 4:04
  • 5 Does It Float 3:18
  • 6 Pointless 2:47
  • 7 Repulsion 3:04
  • 8 Gargoyle 2:11
  • 9 Severed Lips 4:02
  • 10 Mountain Man 3:28
  • 11 Quest 4:27
  • 12 Does It Float (live) 3:53

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata