What makes Here Comes the Zoo by Local H notable?

'Here Comes the Zoo' received mixed to positive reviews, showcasing Local H's willingness to experiment with form and structure. The album's lead single, '(Baby Wants to) Tame Me,' became a staple on alternative rock radio, helping to solidify their presence in the post-grunge scene during the early 2000s. By the time 'Here Comes the Zoo' was released in 2002, Local H had already established themselves with their breakthrough album 'As Good as Dead' in 1996. This release marked a significant shift in their sound, moving towards a more experimental approach following their commercial peak. The album emerged during a time of lineup changes and creative evolution for the band.

Who is Here Comes the Zoo for?

Here Comes the Zoo works well if you're into back-loaded intensity that rewards patience, defiant spirit for rebellious moments and extended climax for deep engagement.

How many songs are on Here Comes the Zoo?

Here Comes the Zoo has 10 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

Here Comes the Zoo

Local H · 2002

62 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · punk

Raw, gritty riffs and sharp lyrics encapsulate a defiant spirit in alternative rock's early 2000s landscape.

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Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Here Comes the Zoo' was released in 2002, Local H had already established themselves with their breakthrough album 'As Good as Dead' in 1996. This release marked a significant shift in their sound, moving towards a more experimental approach following their commercial peak. The album emerged during a time of lineup changes and creative evolution for the band.
Stylistic neighbors: Green Day· Linkin Park· Moby· Beck· Tori Amos· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails

Tracklist

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

1 Hands on the Bible 3:57
2 Half‐Life 3:39
3 Son of “Cha!” 3:16
4 5th Ave. Crazy 2:37
5 (Baby Wants to) Tame Me 9:14
6 Rock & Roll Professionals 4:06
7 Keep Your Girlfriend 3:10
8 Creature Comforted 4:10
9 Bryn‐Mawr Stomp 2:41
10 What Would You Have Me Do? 25:14

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