What makes Hormoaning by Nirvana notable?

'Hormoaning' is notable for its role in cementing Nirvana's influence on the burgeoning grunge movement, even as it featured tracks originally by other artists. The album has been critically well-received, reflecting the band's raw energy and authenticity. Its release coincided with their rising popularity, further establishing them as a defining band of the early 90s music landscape. Released on February 5, 1992, 'Hormoaning' arrived shortly after the monumental success of their breakthrough album 'Nevermind'. This compilation captures Nirvana's early sound while highlighting their punk influences through a mix of covers and live recordings, solidifying their status in the alternative rock scene during a pivotal moment in their career.

Who is Hormoaning for?

Hormoaning works well if you're into concise bursts of raw energy, for a quick listen and melodic hooks for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on Hormoaning?

Hormoaning has 6 tracks, running approximately 18 minutes.

Hormoaning

Nirvana · 1992

18 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · grunge

Raw energy and melodic hooks collide in this collection of covers and live tracks showcasing Nirvana's grunge ethos.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

concise bursts of raw energy
for a quick listen
melodic hooks for sing-alongs
front-loaded excitement and intensity

Maybe skip if you want

prefer longer, immersive albums
seek polished, studio perfection

Where this album fits

Themes: punk reinterpretation· raw live energy· early '90s angst
Career context: Released on February 5, 1992, 'Hormoaning' arrived shortly after the monumental success of their breakthrough album 'Nevermind'. This compilation captures Nirvana's early sound while highlighting their punk influences through a mix of covers and live recordings, solidifying their status in the alternative rock scene during a pivotal moment in their career.
Stylistic neighbors: Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Pearl Jam
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Badmotorfinger by Soundgarden — Shares the same raw energy and heavy riffs, embodying early '90s grunge angst.

Ten by Pearl Jam — Captures a similar mix of melodic hooks and emotional intensity within the grunge movement.

Dirt by Alice in Chains — Explores dark themes with a heavy sound, resonating with the raw emotion found in Nirvana's work.

Tracklist

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

1 Turnaround 2:21
2 Aneurysm 4:49
3 D‐7 3:48
4 Son of a Gun 2:50
5 Even in His Youth 3:07
6 Molly’s Lips 1:51

What to play next

Listen next

Nevermind It's an Interview

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Nirvana Live Reading Festival 1992 DVD

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