Enter the Vaselines
The Vaselines · 2009
103 min · 36 tracks · alternative rock
A lo-fi explosion of jangly guitars and playful lyrics, echoing the exuberance of early alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Molly's Lips — This track perfectly encapsulates the band's signature blend of catchy melodies and cheeky lyrics, illustrating their unique approach to alternative rock.
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Son of a Gun — The song features a relentless riff and playful lyricism, serving as an anthem of youthful rebellion that resonates with listeners across generations.
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Teenage Superstars — With its infectious energy and ironic commentary on fame, this track stands out as a quintessential example of The Vaselines' ability to merge humor with poignant social critique.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful irreverence and humor
- short bursts of energy
- catchy sing-along moments
- nostalgic vibes with spontaneity
- live recordings enhance excitement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer polished studio productions
- seek lengthy, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Enter the Vaselines marks a significant reunion for The Vaselines after two decades since their last studio album, Dum-Dum. The compilation features both their classic tracks and live recordings, showcasing their enduring influence on the indie scene and serving as a bridge between their past and contemporary resurgence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Belle and Sebastian· The Pastels· Teenage Fanclub
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Son of a Gun 3:45
- 2 Rory Rides Me Raw 2:26
- 3 You Think You're a Man 5:40
- 4 Dying for It 2:21
- 5 Molly's Lips 1:44
- 6 Teenage Superstars 3:27
- 7 Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam 3:30
- 8 Sex Sux (Amen) 3:10
- 9 Slushy 1:56
- 10 Monsterpussy 1:42
- 11 Bitch 2:37
- 12 No Hope 3:16
- 13 Oliver Twisted 2:49
- 14 The Day I Was a Horse 1:28
- 15 Dum-Dum 1:57
- 16 Hairy 1:46
- 17 Lovecraft 5:37
- 18 Dying for It (The Blues) 3:04
- 19 Let's Get Ugly 2:20
Disc 2
- 1 Son of a Gun (demo) 2:29
- 2 Rosary Job (demo) 3:01
- 3 Red Poppy (demo) 2:12
- 4 Son of a Gun (live in Bristol) 3:58
- 5 Rosary Job (live in Bristol) 3:23
- 6 Red Poppy (live in Bristol) 2:10
- 7 Rory Rides Me Raw (live in Bristol) 3:06
- 8 You Think You're a Man (live in Bristol) 1:48
- 9 Dying for It (live in London) 2:12
- 10 Monsterpussy (live in London) 1:58
- 11 Let's Get Ugly (live in London) 3:03
- 12 Molly's Lips (live in London) 2:14
- 13 The Day I Was a Horse (live in London) 2:37
- 14 The Day I Was a Horse (Again) (live in London) 2:50
- 15 Sex Sux (Amen) (live in London) 4:14
- 16 I Didn't Know I Loved You ('til I Saw You Rock 'n' Roll) (live in London) 3:25
- 17 Teenage Superstars (live in London) 4:21
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