Fun House cover

Fun House

The Stooges · 1970

36 min · 7 tracks · punk · proto-punk

Raw, chaotic energy bursts forth from primal instrumentation and Iggy Pop's feral vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • primal energy for wild nights
  • steady flow for focused sessions
  • raw intensity in short bursts
  • cathartic release through chaos

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer polished, structured sounds
  • seek slow, introspective moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on December 1, 1970, 'Fun House' was The Stooges' second album, following their self-titled debut. At this stage, the band was solidifying their presence in the burgeoning punk scene while grappling with internal tensions and evolving musical styles, showcasing a more experimental approach than their first album.
Stylistic neighbors
MC5· The Velvet Underground· New York Dolls

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Down on the Street 3:42
  • 2 Loose 3:33
  • 3 T.V. Eye 4:17
  • 4 Dirt 7:00
  • 5 1970 5:14
  • 6 Fun House 7:45
  • 7 L.A. Blues 4:53

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