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Mangled Demos from 1983

Melvins · 2005

43 min · 23 tracks · alternative rock · experimental rock · noise rock

A raw collection of early demos, blending punk energy with experimental noise and unrefined charm.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • raw energy with unrefined charm
  • short bursts of playful chaos
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • live feel capturing spontaneity
  • experimental sounds for curious listeners

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer polished, studio recordings
  • want consistent track lengths

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Mangled Demos from 1983' was released in 2005, Melvins had established themselves as influential figures in the alternative and sludge metal scenes, following their breakout albums in the early '90s. This release serves as a retrospective look at their formative years, offering fans insight into their creative process prior to their mainstream success.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Business· The Jesus Lizard· Torche

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Elks Lodge Christmas Broadcast 3:54
  • 2 If You Get Bored (live radio) 2:22
  • 3 Forgotten Principles 1:08
  • 4 Snake Appeal 1:58
  • 5 [flower] 1:07
  • 6 If You Get Bored 1:33
  • 7 Set Me Straight 2:30
  • 8 1:02
  • 9 I'm Dry 1:35
  • 10 Forgotten Principles 1:19
  • 11 I Don't Know 1:34
  • 12 Matt-Alec 3:00
  • 13 The Real You 1:27
  • 14 Run Around 1:45
  • 15 Keep Away From Me 1:22
  • 16 1:01
  • 17 Bibulous Confabulation During Rehearsal 4:58
  • 18 1:21
  • 19 1:10
  • 20 Matt-Alec 3:13
  • 21 "Walter" 3:21
  • 22 0:26
  • 23 0:23

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