Mudhoney
Mudhoney · 1989
37 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · grunge
Raw, unpolished energy collides with catchy hooks and sardonic lyrics in a quintessential grunge debut.
Why this album works
'Mudhoney' is significant for its role in shaping the grunge genre, influencing numerous bands that followed. The album received critical acclaim and has been cited as an important precursor to the mainstream success of grunge music in the early '90s, further solidified by tracks like 'Touch Me I'm Sick' which became an anthem for the movement.
- Best for
- short, punchy listening sessions energetic hooks and melodies raw, unfiltered emotional expression
- Context
- Released on November 1, 1989, 'Mudhoney' marked the band's debut album, emerging from Seattle's burgeoning grunge scene. At this point, Mudhoney was still establishing their identity following their formation in 1988 and prior to becoming influential players in the early '90s alternative rock movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Moby· Green Day· Linkin Park· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos· R.E.M.· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Gift Standout 3:34
- 2 Flat Out Fucked Standout 2:16
- 3 Get Into Yours 3:50
- 4 You Got It 2:49
- 5 Magnolia Caboose Babyshit 1:07
- 6 Come to Mind 4:51
- 7 Here Comes Sickness Standout 3:41
- 8 Running Loaded 2:49
- 9 The Farther I Go 2:07
- 10 By Her Own Hand 3:16
- 11 When Tomorrow Hits 2:39
- 12 Dead Love 4:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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