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Panic On

Madder Rose · 1994

52 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of fuzzy guitars and introspective lyrics captures the disquiet of early '90s alternative rock.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Panic On — The title track exemplifies the album's blend of catchy melodies and anxious energy, encapsulating the overarching themes of uncertainty and existential dread.
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    What Holly Sees — This track showcases the band's lyrical storytelling ability, offering a vivid snapshot of emotional turmoil coupled with a haunting melody.
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    Ultra Anxiety (Teenage Style) — With its frenetic pace and relatable themes of adolescent angst, this song resonates as a quintessential reflection of youth struggles during the era.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • What Holly Sees

    The narrative voice vividly describes a moment of clarity amidst chaos.

    This observation contrasts sharply with the surrounding confusion, providing a powerful insight into personal realization that cuts through the album's pervasive anxiety.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sleep, Forever 3:08
  • 2 Car Song 3:29
  • 3 Panic On 3:53
  • 4 What Holly Sees 3:53
  • 5 Almost Lost My Mind 2:52
  • 6 Drop a Bomb 2:10
  • 7 Ultra Anxiety (Teenage Style) 3:21
  • 8 Happy New Year 3:16
  • 9 Day In, Day Out 3:22
  • 10 Margaret 2:39
  • 11 Foolish Ways 5:06
  • 12 Black Eye Town 4:15
  • 13 When You Smile 5:50
  • 14 Mad Dog 4:08
  • 98 [silence] 0:00
  • 99 [untitled] 1:06

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