Mescalero
ZZ Top · 2003
66 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · rock & roll
A blend of gritty blues and rock rhythms layered with ZZ Top's signature wit and style.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and flow
- Context
- Released on April 15, 2003, 'Mescalero' marked ZZ Top's first album in nearly six years, following the 1994 release 'Recycler'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a changing musical landscape while still maintaining their classic sound.
- If you like
- hard rock, pop rock, rock & roll
Mescalero is an album by ZZ Top, released in 2003. A blend of gritty blues and rock rhythms layered with ZZ Top's signature wit and style. 'Mescalero' received a warm reception from fans and critics alike, showcasing the band's ability to adapt while staying true to their roots. It peaked at number 25 on the Billboard 200 and was praised for its blend of southern rock and blues influences, signifying ZZ Top's enduring relevance in rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mescalero sound like?
A blend of gritty blues and rock rhythms layered with ZZ Top's signature wit and style. Rooted in hard rock and pop rock.
What makes Mescalero by ZZ Top notable?
'Mescalero' received a warm reception from fans and critics alike, showcasing the band's ability to adapt while staying true to their roots. It peaked at number 25 on the Billboard 200 and was praised for its blend of southern rock and blues influences, signifying ZZ Top's enduring relevance in rock music. Released on April 15, 2003, 'Mescalero' marked ZZ Top's first album in nearly six years, following the 1994 release 'Recycler'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a changing musical landscape while still maintaining their classic sound.
Who is Mescalero for?
Mescalero works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and flow.
How many songs are on Mescalero?
Mescalero has 16 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mescalero Standout 3:51
- 2 Two Ways to Play 4:17
- 3 Alley‐Gator 3:31
- 4 Buck Nekkid 3:04
- 5 Goin’ So Good Standout 5:36
- 6 Me So Stupid 3:35
- 7 Piece 4:21
- 8 Punk Ass Boyfriend 3:07
- 9 Stackin’ Paper 3:00
- 10 What Would You Do Standout 3:05
- 11 What It Is Kid 4:15
- 12 Que lastima 4:26
- 13 Tramp 5:14
- 14 Crunchy 3:15
- 15 Dusted 3:58
- 16 Liquor / As Time Goes By 8:10
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