What makes Irresistible Bliss by Soul Coughing notable?

The album features the hit single 'Super Bon Bon', which reached significant radio play and chart success, helping to solidify Soul Coughing's place in the alternative rock scene of the mid-90s. It also received positive reviews from critics, who praised its innovative sound and lyrical depth. Irresistible Bliss is Soul Coughing's second album, released in 1996 following their debut, Ruby Vroom. The band had gained recognition for their unique sound and lyrical style, which combined elements of rock, jazz, and hip-hop, earning them a dedicated following at this stage in their career.

How many songs are on Irresistible Bliss?

Irresistible Bliss has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Irresistible Bliss

Soul Coughing · 1996

42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of jazzy grooves, spoken word delivery, and eclectic samples creates a vivid tapestry of urban life and introspection.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Super Bon Bon — This track encapsulates the band's signature sound with its catchy hooks and rhythmic complexity, becoming a defining anthem of their career.
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Lazybones — With its laid-back groove and clever wordplay, this song showcases the band's ability to blend humor with introspective themes.
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White Girl — This track stands out for its biting social commentary delivered through a playful yet provocative lens, highlighting the band’s unconventional approach.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album's blend of genres and unique vocal delivery creates a distinctive sound that stands out in the alternative rock landscape.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 5/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Super Bon Bon 3:31
2 Soft Serve 3:12
3 White Girl 2:37
4 Soundtrack to Mary 3:06
5 Lazybones 4:48
6 4 Out of 5 3:12
7 Paint 2:55
8 Disseminated 2:41
9 Collapse 3:06
10 Sleepless 4:50
11 The Idiot Kings 3:57
12 How Many Cans? 4:24

What to play next

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El Oso

1998

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Ruby Vroom

1994

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