Incidental Music 1991–95
Superchunk · 1995
68 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant tapestry of jangly guitars and heartfelt melodies that capture the spirit of 90s indie rock.
Why this album works
This compilation album showcases Superchunk's influential role in the burgeoning indie rock movement of the early 90s, helping to shape the sound of alternative music during that era. It received favorable reviews from critics, reinforcing the band's significance within the genre and maintaining their presence on college radio stations.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, 'Incidental Music 1991–95' is a compilation album that encapsulates Superchunk's evolution during their early years. At this point, they had already established themselves as key figures in the indie rock scene with their previous albums, particularly 'Foolish' (1994), which had garnered critical acclaim and expanded their fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Beck· Moby· Linkin Park· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shallow End 2:49
- 2 Mower Standout 3:56
- 3 On the Mouth 3:05
- 4 Cadmium 4:32
- 5 Who Needs Light 3:09
- 6 Ribbon 3:36
- 7 Foolish Standout 4:49
- 8 100,000 Fireflies Standout 3:17
- 9 Invitation 4:23
- 10 Makeout Bench 2:35
- 11 Baxter 3:57
- 12 Connecticut 2:48
- 13 Lying in State 2:32
- 14 Throwing Things (acoustic) 3:24
- 15 I’ll Be Your Sister 2:39
- 16 Night of Chill Blue 4:36
- 17 Forged It 2:39
- 18 Home at Dawn 4:19
- 19 Precision Auto (alternate) 5:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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