Huevos
Meat Puppets · 1987
57 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant mix of alternative rock and psychedelic influences with playful, surreal lyrics that invite exploration.
Why this album works
'Huevos' marked a significant moment for the Meat Puppets as it showcased their eclectic style, contributing to the rise of alternative rock in the late 1980s. The album received positive reviews, but it didn't achieve mainstream commercial success, illustrating the band's niche appeal amid the era's music landscape.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks playful surreal explorations vibrant waves of sound
- Context
- Released in January 1987, 'Huevos' was the Meat Puppets' third studio album, following their acclaimed sophomore release, 'Meat Puppets II'. At this juncture, the band was solidifying its unique sound, blending punk roots with country and experimental elements, while gaining recognition in the burgeoning alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· Beck· Moby· Sonic Youth· R.E.M.· Nirvana· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Paradise Standout 4:36
- 2 Look at the Rain 4:22
- 3 Bad Love Standout 3:13
- 4 Sexy Music 5:28
- 5 Crazy Standout 4:44
- 6 Fruit 3:31
- 7 Automatic Mojo 3:23
- 8 Dry Rain 2:55
- 9 I Can’t Be Counted On 4:01
- 10 Medley: Baby What You Want Me to Do / I Can’t Be Counted On 1:29
- 11 Sexy Music 6:40
- 12 Automatic Mojo 3:56
- 13 Paradise Standout 4:06
- 14 Fruit 5:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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