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Neither Here nor There

Melvins · 2004

75 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · experimental rock · noise rock

A raw sonic exploration blending heavy riffs with chaotic structures and unexpected melodic turns.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • dynamic journey of sonic exploration
  • raw intensity for late nights
  • unexpected melodic turns throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward, predictable tracks
  • prefer concise, single-focused albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'Neither Here nor There' is the Melvins' first album since their return to Ipecac Recordings after a brief hiatus from major label releases. By this time, the band had established themselves as pioneers within the alternative and sludge metal scenes, building on the success of their prior albums like 'Hostile Ambient Takeover'. This album showcases their continued evolution and willingness to experiment with sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Business· The Jesus Lizard· Torche

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Bar X the Rocking M 2:24
  • 2 Night Goat 6:06
  • 3 Hog Leg 3:21
  • 4 The Fool, the Meddling Idiot 7:49
  • 5 Revolve 4:45
  • 6 Colossus of Destiny 0:31
  • 7 Manky 5:53
  • 8 Oven 1:28
  • 9 With Teeth 2:25
  • 10 If You Get Bored 1:29
  • 11 Let It All Be 10:47
  • 12 Boris 8:32
  • 13 Forgotten Principles 1:06
  • 14 Prick 0:31
  • 15 Mombius Hibachi 1:55
  • 16 At a Crawl 2:56
  • 17 Hooch 2:52
  • 18 Eye Flys 10:50

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