Hand It Over
Dinosaur Jr. · 1997
48 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
Raw guitar riffs intertwine with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of 90s alternative rock's second wave.
Why this album works
The album received moderate critical acclaim upon release and is recognized for its influence on the alternative rock scene of the late 90s. While it did not achieve significant chart success, tracks from 'Hand It Over' have since been cited as influential by later artists within the genre.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments introspective lyrics for quiet nights raw energy for casual gatherings
- Context
- By the release of 'Hand It Over' in 1997, Dinosaur Jr. was experiencing a creative resurgence following lineup changes and their previous album, 'Without a Sound.' This period marked a return to form for the band after some commercial struggles, showcasing their ability to evolve while maintaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Green Day· Beck· Linkin Park· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Don’t Think Standout 3:21
- 2 Never Bought It Standout 3:42
- 3 Nothin’s Goin On 3:13
- 4 I’m Insane 3:53
- 5 Can’t We Move This 3:41
- 6 Alone Standout 8:01
- 7 Sure Not Over You 4:09
- 8 Loaded 3:27
- 9 Mick 4:39
- 10 I Know Yer Insane 3:03
- 11 Gettin Rough 2:12
- 12 Gotta Know 4:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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