What makes Silver by Moist notable?

The album received significant acclaim and peaked at number 14 on the Canadian Albums Chart, solidifying Moist's presence in the Canadian rock landscape. Its lead single, Push, became a radio hit and helped propel them into mainstream recognition while showcasing the burgeoning grunge movement in Canada. Silver was Moist's debut album, released in January 1994, following their formation in 1992. Coming at a time when Canadian rock was gaining international attention, the album positioned the band among rising stars in the alternative scene.

Silver works well if you're into brooding melodies for introspection, emotional intensity for catharsis and pacing that encourages reflection.

How many songs are on Silver?

Silver has 11 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Silver

Moist · 1994

44 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of grunge and alternative rock, filled with brooding melodies and raw emotional intensity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Push — This track's infectious chorus and driving rhythm capture the band's signature sound, making it an anthem of youthful angst during the early '90s.
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Freaky Be Beautiful — The song features dynamic shifts between soft verses and explosive choruses, showcasing the band's ability to blend melodic elements with hard-hitting rock.
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Silver — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of longing and introspection, marked by its haunting vocals and atmospheric instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

49 /100

Foothills

Higher than 22% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and production typical of its era but doesn't stand out significantly in the genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with the lead single 'Push', which features a driving rhythm and layered guitar textures that set a high-energy tone.
Several tracks, such as 'Believe Me' and 'Freaky Be Beautiful', incorporate dynamic shifts between quiet verses and explosive choruses, emphasizing emotional intensity.
The final track, 'Low Low Low', concludes the album with a slower tempo and a more reflective mood, contrasting with earlier tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

brooding melodies for introspection
emotional intensity for catharsis
pacing that encourages reflection
late-night solitude with depth

Maybe skip if you

seeking upbeat party vibes
prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Silver was Moist's debut album, released in January 1994, following their formation in 1992. Coming at a time when Canadian rock was gaining international attention, the album positioned the band among rising stars in the alternative scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Our Lady Peace· Bush· Live

Tracklist

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

1 Push 3:50
2 Believe Me 3:54
3 Kill for You 3:34
4 Silver 4:15
5 Freaky Be Beautiful 4:00
6 Break Her Down 4:28
7 Into Everything 4:16
8 Picture Elvis 3:13
9 Machine Punch Through 4:26
10 This Shrieking Love 5:16
11 Low Low Low 3:16

What to play next

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Creature

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Push

1994

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