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Honey's Dead

The Jesus and Mary Chain · 1992

42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · post-punk

A sonic blend of feedback-laden guitars and haunting melodies that encapsulates the band's signature noise-pop aesthetic.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting melodies with depth
  • background warmth for relaxation
  • engaging for reflective moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1992, 'Honey's Dead' marked The Jesus and Mary Chain's fourth studio album and their first after a significant lineup change, with drummer Brian Young joining the band. This album followed their critically acclaimed record 'Automatic' (1990), showcasing a more polished sound while retaining their distinctive edge.
Stylistic neighbors
My Bloody Valentine· Slowdive· Spiritualized

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Reverence 3:40
  • 2 Teenage Lust 3:05
  • 3 Far Gone and Out 2:49
  • 4 Almost Gold 3:17
  • 5 Sugar Ray 4:37
  • 6 Tumbledown 4:10
  • 7 Catchfire 4:47
  • 8 Good for My Soul 3:01
  • 9 Rollercoaster 3:43
  • 10 I Can't Get Enough 2:57
  • 11 Sundown 4:58
  • 12 Frequency 1:18

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata