Pleasure EP
Semisonic · 1995
26 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic alternative rock blends catchy melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing a fresh sound that defines the mid-90s vibe.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Prize — This track opens the EP with a punchy rhythm and engaging lyrics about ambition and desire, encapsulating the band's sound effectively.
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Wishing Well — With its catchy chorus and reflective themes on yearning and missed opportunities, this song highlights Semisonic's ability to blend pop sensibility with rock edge.
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In the Veins — This track features intricate instrumentation and emotionally charged vocals, illustrating the band's knack for melding thoughtful lyrics with dynamic melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- playful interludes throughout listening
- quick hits for busy moments
Maybe skip if you
- long, immersive listening preference
- seeking deep narrative experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1995, Pleasure EP was Semisonic's debut project, setting the stage for their breakthrough album, Feeling Strangely Fine, which followed in 1998. At this point, the band was establishing their identity within the burgeoning alternative rock scene and experimenting with various musical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fountains of Wayne· Matchbox Twenty· Third Eye Blind
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Prize 3:54
- 2 Brand New Baby 3:31
- 3 In the Veins 3:48
- 4 Wishing Well 4:40
- 5 Star 3:43
- 6 Sculpture Garden 2:49
- 7 Drum Lesson 0:20
- 8 The Gift 2:37
- 9 Shuffle Fragment 0:09
- 10 Shuffle Fragment 0:09
- 11 Shuffle Fragment 0:17
- 12 Shuffle Fragment 0:22
- 13 Shuffle Fragment 0:04
- 14 Shuffle Fragment 0:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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