Meantime cover

Released 34 years ago this June

Meantime

Helmet · 1992

36 min · 10 tracks · alternative metal · post-hardcore · noise rock

Raw, aggressive riffs intertwine with intricate rhythms, creating a chaotic yet melodic soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo drive
  • aggressive riffs for intensity
  • focused listening in order
  • melodic chaos with rhythm
  • short bursts of energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, sounds
  • seek lengthy immersive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 23, 1992, 'Meantime' marked Helmet's major label debut following their first album, 'Strap It On'. This album solidified their presence in the alternative metal scene and showcased a more polished production while retaining their signature post-hardcore edge, propelling them into mainstream recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Quicksand· Unsane· Fugazi

Tracklist

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

  • 1 In the Meantime 3:07
  • 2 Ironhead 3:22
  • 3 Give It 4:17
  • 4 Unsung 3:57
  • 5 Turned Out 4:14
  • 6 He Feels Bad 4:03
  • 7 Better 3:10
  • 8 You Borrowed 3:45
  • 9 FBLA II 3:22
  • 10 Role Model 3:34

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