Mouth by Mouth
His Name Is Alive · 1993
49 min · 17 tracks · experimental rock
A dreamy amalgamation of lo-fi textures and ethereal melodies that challenge conventional songwriting.
Why this album works
'Mouth by Mouth' received positive reviews for its inventive approach and was noted for its blending of various genres, helping to establish the band's position in the underground music scene. Its experimental nature influenced contemporaries and contributed to the evolving sound of indie rock during the early 90s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout dreamy textures for reflective moments short tracks for focused listening
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Mouth by Mouth' is His Name Is Alive's third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Livonia'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound within the experimental rock genre while expanding their lyrical themes and musical complexity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Velvet Underground· Lou Reed· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Baby Fish Mouth 2:32
- 2 Lip 2:57
- 3 Cornfield 3:15
- 4 In Every Ford Standout 3:43
- 5 Lord, Make Me a Channel of Your Peace Standout 2:17
- 6 Drink, Dress, and Ink 2:30
- 7 Where Knock Is Open Wide 2:46
- 8 Can't Go Wrong Without You 3:14
- 9 Jack Rabbits 1:56
- 10 Sort Of 1:07
- 11 Sick 3:50
- 12 Blue Moon Standout 2:15
- 13 Ear 2:02
- 14 Lemon Ocean 2:47
- 15 The Torso 3:23
- 16 The Dirt Eaters 4:47
- 17 The Homesick Waltz 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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