What makes Glee by Bran Van 3000 notable?

Glee features the hit single Drinking in L.A., which became a staple of alt-rock radio and reached notable chart positions in Canada and the U.S. The album's eclectic style and innovative production helped it carve out a niche within the burgeoning alternative music scene of the late '90s. Released in 1998, Glee was Bran Van 3000's debut album, arriving after their formation in 1997. At this point, the band was still establishing their identity, having gained initial attention with their unique sound that mixed various genres.

Glee works well if you're into dynamic flow with peaks, laid-back groove exploration and short bursts of energy.

How many songs are on Glee?

Glee has 19 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Glee

Bran Van 3000 · 1998

59 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock

A genre-blending mosaic of alternative rock, hip-hop, and pop that captures the eclectic spirit of late '90s urban life.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Drinking in L.A. — This track epitomizes the band's fusion of laid-back melodies with urban storytelling, capturing the carefree yet poignant essence of youth culture.
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Couch Surfer — With its catchy hooks and humorous lyrics about transient lifestyles, this song showcases Bran Van 3000's playful approach to serious themes.
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Supermodel — This track blends sharp social commentary with infectious beats, reflecting the band's knack for weaving critical narratives into enjoyable music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic flow with peaks
laid-back groove exploration
short bursts of energy
varied emotional landscapes
for social gatherings

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1998, Glee was Bran Van 3000's debut album, arriving after their formation in 1997. At this point, the band was still establishing their identity, having gained initial attention with their unique sound that mixed various genres.
Stylistic neighbors: G. Love & Special Sauce· The Avalanches· Beastie Boys

Tracklist

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

1 Gimme Sheldon 3:58
2 Couch Surfer 2:50
3 Drinking in L.A. 3:56
4 Problems 1:39
5 Highway to Heck 0:57
6 Forest 3:44
7 Rainshine 3:30
8 Carry On 4:50
9 Afrodiziak 4:38
10 Lucknow 2:09
11 Cum on Feel the Noize 3:21
12 Exactly Like Me 3:33
13 Everywhere 3:55
14 Une chanson 2:35
15 Old School 2:47
16 Willard 2:25
17 Supermodel 5:24
18 Oblonging 1:18
19 Mama Don’t Smoke 1:57

What to play next

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