Jane's Addiction
Jane's Addiction · 1987
40 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal
Eclectic alternative rock intertwined with raw lyrics and dynamic instrumentation that defied genre boundaries.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its role in popularizing alternative rock in the late 1980s, leading to a resurgence of interest in underground music scenes. Notably, the single 'Jane Says' became a crossover hit, reaching commercial charts and receiving critical acclaim, further solidifying the band's impact on future artists in the genre.
- Best for
- steady pacing with dynamic peaks raw lyrics for emotional connection short tracks for quick engagement
- Context
- Released on May 15, 1987, 'Jane's Addiction' was Jane's Addiction's debut studio album, establishing them as a key player in the burgeoning alternative rock scene. At this point, the band had already garnered attention with their energetic live performances and the 'Nothing's Shocking' EP, paving the way for their subsequent influence on the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neil Young· Moby· Beck· Green Day· Tori Amos· R.E.M.· Nine Inch Nails· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Trip Away 3:34
- 2 Whores Standout 4:04
- 3 Pigs in Zen Standout 4:54
- 4 1% 3:31
- 5 I Would for You 3:52
- 6 My Time 3:32
- 7 Jane Says Standout 4:20
- 8 Rock ’n’ Roll 4:03
- 9 Sympathy 5:25
- 10 Chip Away 2:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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