Goat
The Jesus Lizard · 1991
30 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock
A chaotic blend of noise rock and punk energy, driven by jagged guitars and visceral vocal intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Mouth Breather — This track exemplifies the band's frenetic energy, combining aggressive instrumentation with a catchy yet dissonant chorus that captures the essence of the album's chaotic sound.
-
→
Seasick — With its driving rhythm and unsettling lyrics, this track showcases the band's ability to evoke physical discomfort through music, reflecting the broader themes of anxiety present throughout the album.
-
→
Rodeo in Joliet — The extended duration allows for an exploration of dynamics and texture, culminating in a cathartic climax that highlights the band's skillful interplay between tension and release.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's innovative sound and intense performances mark it as a significant entry in the noise rock genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a track that features a dissonant guitar riff and abrupt tempo changes, setting a chaotic tone.
- Vocals are often delivered in a shouted style, layered over jagged guitar lines that create a sense of urgency.
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, eschewing traditional verse-chorus formats in favor of more fragmented arrangements.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo rhythmic flow
- darkly humorous lyrical narratives
- short bursts of chaotic energy
- engaging in-order listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek lengthy immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1991, The Jesus Lizard had established themselves within the alternative rock scene, having released their debut 'Pure' in 1989 and their follow-up 'Liar' just a year later. 'Goat' marked their third studio album and showcased a refinement in their raw sound while maintaining the abrasive elements that characterized their early work.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Then Comes Dudley 4:23
- 2 Mouth Breather 2:17
- 3 Nub 2:30
- 4 Seasick 3:11
- 5 Monkey Trick 4:19
- 6 Karpis 3:10
- 7 South Mouth 3:03
- 8 Lady Shoes 2:42
- 9 Rodeo in Joliet 4:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.