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Officially Dead

Veruca Salt · 2003

16 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock

A raw blend of grunge-infused melodies and introspective lyrics that echo the band's alternative roots.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of energetic emotion
  • front-loaded impactful listening experience
  • introspective moments with raw energy
  • ideal for quick, focused sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, sprawling albums
  • seek mellow, relaxed vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'Officially Dead' was Veruca Salt's fourth studio album and came after a lengthy hiatus following their previous release, 'Eight Arms to Hold You' in 1997. The album marked a return to form for the band, featuring a lineup that included co-founders Louise Post and Nina Gordon, although it was produced under challenging circumstances including shifts in the music industry landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
The Breeders· L7· Hole

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Officially Dead 2:49
  • 2 Straightjacket (demo) 3:52
  • 3 Smoke & Mirrors (demo) 3:28
  • 4 The Light Behind Your Eyes 2:03
  • 5 The Same Person (remix) 3:51

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