Much Against Everyone's Advice
Soulwax · 1999
45 min · 13 tracks · indie rock
A frenetic blend of indie rock and electronic elements that captures youthful angst and exuberance.
Why this album works
'Much Against Everyone's Advice' received critical acclaim, with notable praise for its innovative sound blending rock with electronic influences. The album helped solidify Soulwax's presence in the early 2000s indie rock movement and laid the groundwork for their future work as influential figures in dance-punk and electro-rock.
- Best for
- short, punchy listening sessions youthful, energetic vibes dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- 'Much Against Everyone's Advice' is Soulwax's debut album, released in 1999 after the band shifted from their earlier project, The Flying Dikes. This album marked a pivotal moment as they transitioned into a more defined indie rock sound, establishing their identity in the Belgian music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· K's Choice· Absynthe Minded· Radiohead· Green Day· Muse· Beck· Robbie Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Conversation Intercom 3:06
- 2 Saturday 3:11
- 3 When Logics Die Standout 3:29
- 4 Much Against Everyone's Advice Standout 2:48
- 5 Overweight Karate Kid 2:04
- 6 Proverbial Pants 4:27
- 7 The Salty Knowledge of Tears 2:42
- 8 Flying Without Wings 3:47
- 9 More Than This 4:19
- 10 Too Many DJ's Standout 4:31
- 11 Temptingly Yours 2:28
- 12 Scream 3:38
- 13 Funny 4:33
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