Painkillers
Babes in Toyland · 1993
51 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
Raw, grungy power chords intertwine with fierce vocals and chaotic rhythms, creating an exhilarating sonic landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- exhilarating live performance energy
- chaotic rhythms for active listening
- short bursts of raw intensity
- wave-like pacing keeps engagement
- fierce vocals for cathartic release
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer polished studio sound
- seek long, meditative tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, 'Painkillers' was Babes in Toyland's follow-up to their acclaimed debut album, 'Spanking Machine'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the alternative rock scene amidst the burgeoning grunge movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- L7· Hole· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 He's My Thing 2:54
- 2 Laredo 2:39
- 3 Istigkeit 4:22
- 4 Ragweed 3:20
- 5 Angel Hair 4:00
- 6 Bruise Violet (live) 3:13
- 7 Bluebell (live) 2:34
- 8 Angel Hair (live) 3:52
- 9 Pearl (live) 2:16
- 10 Blood (live) 3:02
- 11 Magick Flute (live) 3:38
- 12 Won't Tell (live) 2:30
- 13 Real Eyes (live) 3:59
- 14 Spun (live) 3:16
- 15 Mother (live) 3:18
- 16 Handsome & Gretel (live) 2:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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