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Released 20 years ago

IV

Veruca Salt · 2006

55 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock

A dynamic blend of alternative rock with punchy riffs and introspective lyrics exploring themes of love and loss.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • introspective themes of love
  • cathartic moments of release
  • punchy riffs for energy
  • dynamic journey through emotions

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'IV' marked Veruca Salt's return after a lengthy hiatus following their 1997 album 'Eight Arms to Hold You.' This album came amidst a reunion phase for the band, featuring original members Nina Gordon and Louise Post, which aimed to reclaim their place in the alternative rock landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
The Breeders· L7· Hole

Tracklist

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

  • 1 So Weird 3:35
  • 2 Centipede 3:00
  • 3 Innocent 2:52
  • 4 Circular Trend 2:42
  • 5 Perfect Love 3:42
  • 6 Closer 3:27
  • 7 Sick as Your Secrets 5:36
  • 8 Wake Up Dead 3:34
  • 9 Damage Done 4:09
  • 10 Blissful Queen 3:44
  • 11 The Sun 3:57
  • 12 Comes and Goes 2:29
  • 13 Save You 4:24
  • 14 Salt Flat Epic 7:57

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