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Sentimental Hygiene

Warren Zevon · 1987

36 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · hard rock · blues rock

A blend of dark humor and poignant storytelling wrapped in bluesy rock melodies and Zevon's distinctive vocal style.

Sentimental Hygiene is an album by Warren Zevon, released in 1987. A blend of dark humor and poignant storytelling wrapped in bluesy rock melodies and Zevon's distinctive vocal style. The album received critical acclaim upon release, with tracks like 'Boom Boom Mancini' drawing attention for their commentary on contemporary issues. It solidified Zevon's reputation as a sharp songwriter and storyteller, influencing subsequent artists within the rock genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sentimental Hygiene sound like?

A blend of dark humor and poignant storytelling wrapped in bluesy rock melodies and Zevon's distinctive vocal style. Rooted in folk rock and hard rock.

What makes Sentimental Hygiene by Warren Zevon notable?

The album received critical acclaim upon release, with tracks like 'Boom Boom Mancini' drawing attention for their commentary on contemporary issues. It solidified Zevon's reputation as a sharp songwriter and storyteller, influencing subsequent artists within the rock genre. Released in 1987, 'Sentimental Hygiene' marked Warren Zevon's return to the music scene after a period of personal struggles, including battles with addiction. This album came after his acclaimed works in the late 1970s and early 1980s, establishing a renewed artistic vision and collaboration with notable musicians like David Lindley.

How many songs are on Sentimental Hygiene?

Sentimental Hygiene has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·36:56

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

  • 1 Sentimental Hygiene 5:06
  • 2 Boom Boom Mancini Standout 4:54
  • 3 The Factory 2:45
  • 4 Trouble Waiting to Happen 3:32
  • 5 Reconsider Me Standout 3:09
  • 6 Detox Mansion Standout 3:15
  • 7 Bad Karma 3:15
  • 8 Even a Dog Can Shake Hands 3:26
  • 9 The Heartache 3:19
  • 10 Leave My Monkey Alone 4:12

Release Date

January 1, 1987

Genre

blues rock, folk rock, hard rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

36 min 56 sec