What makes Other Worlds by Screaming Trees notable?

'Other Worlds' is significant for its early contribution to the alternative rock genre and served as a precursor to the grunge explosion of the early '90s. Although it did not achieve commercial success initially, it has since been recognized for its influence on subsequent bands within the genre and is often revisited by fans of the era. Released in 1985, 'Other Worlds' marked Screaming Trees' debut album, showcasing their early exploration of alternative rock and neo-psychedelia. At this time, the band was still establishing its identity in the burgeoning Seattle music scene, which would later produce the grunge movement that they would become associated with.

Who is Other Worlds for?

Other Worlds works well if you're into fragmented reflections on existence, haunting melodies for introspection and short bursts of emotive expression.

How many songs are on Other Worlds?

Other Worlds has 12 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Other Worlds

Screaming Trees · 1985

14 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · grunge

Psychedelic rock textures intertwine with raw, emotive vocals, creating a haunting yet melodic ambiance.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

fragmented reflections on existence
haunting melodies for introspection
short bursts of emotive expression
repetitive structures inviting deep thought

Maybe skip if you want

prefer lengthy immersive experiences
seek immediate catchy satisfaction

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1985, 'Other Worlds' marked Screaming Trees' debut album, showcasing their early exploration of alternative rock and neo-psychedelia. At this time, the band was still establishing its identity in the burgeoning Seattle music scene, which would later produce the grunge movement that they would become associated with.
Stylistic neighbors: Alice in Chains· Soundgarden· Stone Temple Pilots

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Tracklist

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

1 Like I Said 2:33
2 Pictures in My Mind 2:00
3 The Turning 2:47
4 Other Worlds 2:39
5 Barriers 2:51
6 Now Your Mind Is Next to Mine 2:04
7 Like I Said
8 Pictures in My Mind
9 The Turning
10 Other Worlds
11 Barriers
12 Now Your Mind Is Next to Mine

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