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Released 30 years ago

Ladykillers

Lush · 1996

79 min · 23 tracks · rock music

A swirling blend of ethereal melodies and jagged guitar riffs, encapsulating the '90s alternative rock sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • ethereal melodies for introspection
  • dynamic flow for active listening
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • jagged riffs for emotional release

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer consistent, steady rhythms
  • seek immediate gratification only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1996, 'Ladykillers' marked Lush's transition into a more polished sound following their critically acclaimed second album, 'Spooky'. At this point in their career, Lush was seeking to solidify their presence in the alternative rock scene while navigating the pressures of mainstream success after the success of 'Spooky' in 1992.
Stylistic neighbors
Ride· Slowdive· My Bloody Valentine

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Stupid Girl 4:21
  • 2 What Do I Do Now? 3:40
  • 3 Great Things 3:31
  • 4 Ladykillers 3:14
  • 5 Weak 3:32
  • 6 Zombie 4:12
  • 7 Drink the Elixir 4:28
  • 8 Feed the Tree 3:28
  • 9 Lost Cat 2:34
  • 10 She 2:31
  • 11 Rise & Shine 3:32
  • 12 Crash 2:33
  • 13 Night in My Veins 3:17
  • 14 Love Your Money 2:42
  • 15 Husband 2:14
  • 16 Bright Yellow Gun 3:44
  • 17 Fader 3:55
  • 18 Ping Pong 3:02
  • 19 The Night 3:49
  • 20 He's on the Phone 4:08
  • 21 Missing 3:55
  • 22 Tishbite 3:13
  • 23 Fun for Me 3:49

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