Mr Kneebone
Powderfinger · 1995
18 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock
Raw guitar riffs blend with introspective lyrics, encapsulating the restless spirit of mid-90s Australian rock.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short energetic bursts of sound raw and introspective lyrical themes for quick listening breaks
- Context
- Released in January 1995, 'Mr Kneebone' was Powderfinger's debut album, establishing them in the Australian rock scene. At this point, the band was navigating their early career, transitioning from local gigs to national recognition.
- If you like
- alternative rock, hard rock
Mr Kneebone is an EP by Powderfinger, released in 1995. Raw guitar riffs blend with introspective lyrics, encapsulating the restless spirit of mid-90s Australian rock. This album is significant for introducing Powderfinger's distinctive sound, which would later influence a wave of Australian rock bands. It received positive reviews and laid the groundwork for their commercial success, an essential stepping stone leading to their breakthrough with 'Double Allergic' in 1996. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mr Kneebone sound like?
Raw guitar riffs blend with introspective lyrics, encapsulating the restless spirit of mid-90s Australian rock. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock.
What makes Mr Kneebone by Powderfinger notable?
This album is significant for introducing Powderfinger's distinctive sound, which would later influence a wave of Australian rock bands. It received positive reviews and laid the groundwork for their commercial success, an essential stepping stone leading to their breakthrough with 'Double Allergic' in 1996. Released in January 1995, 'Mr Kneebone' was Powderfinger's debut album, establishing them in the Australian rock scene. At this point, the band was navigating their early career, transitioning from local gigs to national recognition.
Who is Mr Kneebone for?
Mr Kneebone works well if you're into short energetic bursts of sound, raw and introspective lyrical themes and for quick listening breaks.
How many songs are on Mr Kneebone?
Mr Kneebone has 5 tracks, running approximately 18 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Swollen Tongue Standout 3:10
- 2 Stitches 3:48
- 3 Drongo Standout 3:51
- 4 My Urn 4:23
- 5 I'm Splittin Terry Standout 3:02
Release Date
January 1, 1995
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
18 min 15 sec
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