Nothing's Shocking
Jane's Addiction · 1988
45 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal
A raw fusion of punk energy and psychedelic textures, capturing the chaotic spirit of late '80s alternative rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
- cathartic moments of raw energy
- reflective themes amidst chaos
- engaging narrative through each track
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer predictable, straightforward listening
- seek instant gratification from songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album established Jane's Addiction's reputation in alternative rock.
- Themes
- Los Angeles underground· psychedelic chaos· sexual liberation· cultural disillusionment
- Career context
- Released on August 23, 1988, 'Nothing's Shocking' was Jane's Addiction's debut studio album, following their self-titled EP. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from the Los Angeles underground scene into mainstream recognition, setting the stage for their significant influence on the grunge movement that followed.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Tool
- If this clicks, go next to
- Ritual de lo habitual — Continues the raw energy and expands on the psychedelic elements from Nothing's Shocking.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Badmotorfinger by Soundgarden — Shares the raw energy and existential angst, blending heavy riffs with psychedelic elements.Gish by The Smashing Pumpkins — Combines alternative rock with a dreamy atmosphere, exploring themes of urban decay and personal struggle.Pretty Hate Machine by Nine Inch Nails — Explores dark themes of addiction and alienation with an industrial edge, similar to Jane's chaotic spirit.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Up the Beach".
- 1 Up the Beach Start here 3:01
- 2 Ocean Size 4:19
- 3 Had a Dad 3:45
- 4 Ted, Just Admit It… 7:22
- 5 Standing in the Shower… Thinking 3:05
- 6 Summertime Rolls 6:20
- 7 Mountain Song 4:03
- 8 Idiots Rule 3:01
- 9 Jane Says 4:53
- 10 Thank You Boys 1:04
- 11 Pig’s in Zen 4:30
What to play next
This album is considered a Breakthrough in Jane's Addiction's catalog. This album established Jane's Addiction's reputation in alternative rock.
Ritual de lo habitual
1990
Continues the raw energy and expands on the psychedelic elements from Nothing's Shocking.
Jane's Addiction
1987
Sets the stage for the sound and themes explored in Nothing's Shocking.
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