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Oh Lord! When? How?

The Hives · 1996

11 min · 6 tracks · garage rock

A raw and frenetic blend of garage rock energy and tongue-in-cheek lyricism that defines youthful rebellion.

Why this album works

Best for
short bursts of raw energy playful irreverence in every track for quick, lively sessions
Context
Released in 1996, 'Oh Lord! When? How?' marks The Hives' debut album, introducing their high-octane style just as the garage rock revival was gaining momentum. At this stage, the band was still relatively unknown, yet they were poised to become key players in the genre's resurgence throughout the late 90s and early 2000s.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You Think You’re So Darn Special Standout 2:22
  • 2 Cellblock 1:22
  • 3 Some People Know All Too Well How Bad Liquorice, or Any Candy for That Matter, Can Taste When Having Laid Out in the Sun Too Long - And I Think I Just Ate Too Much Standout 2:12
  • 4 How Will I Cope With That? 2:44
  • 5 Bearded Lady Standout 1:59
  • 6 Let Me Go 1:17

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