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Golden Lies

Meat Puppets · 2000

58 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of introspective lyrics and experimental sounds that weave through alternative rock's boundaries.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like dynamics with varied intensity
  • introspective moments for deep reflection
  • thought-provoking lyrics for contemplation
  • engaging sonic experimentation throughout
  • late-night listening with emotional depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer straightforward, upbeat songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'Golden Lies' was the Meat Puppets' sixth studio album and followed their 1995 effort, 'No Joke!'. At this point in their career, they were exploring a more eclectic sound after years of fluctuating mainstream success and lineup changes since their earlier days in the punk scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Pixies· Sonic Youth· They Might Be Giants

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 0:51
  • 2 Armed and Stupid 3:21
  • 3 I Quit 3:01
  • 4 Lamp 5:53
  • 5 Hercules 3:34
  • 6 Batwing 3:08
  • 7 Take Off Your Clothes 4:00
  • 8 You Love Me 3:52
  • 9 Pieces of Me 3:46
  • 10 Push the Button 4:53
  • 11 Tarantula 4:05
  • 12 Endless Wave 4:30
  • 13 Wipeout 3:54
  • 14 Fatboy / Fat / Requiem 9:50

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