What does Since We've Become Translucent sound like?

A gritty fusion of punk energy and melodic hooks, underscored by a raw, unfiltered vocal delivery. Rooted in alternative rock and grunge. Start with "Baby, Can You Dig the Light".

Is Since We've Become Translucent a good place to start with Mudhoney?

Yes, Since We've Become Translucent is recommended as a starting point for new Mudhoney listeners. A gritty fusion of punk energy and melodic hooks, underscored by a raw, unfiltered vocal delivery. Since We've Become Translucent is Mudhoney's fifth studio album, released during a period when the band was navigating a post-grunge landscape. Following their 1995 album, My Brother the Cow, this record marked a continued exploration of their signature sound while adapting to the changing music scene of the late '90s.

Who is Since We've Become Translucent for?

Since We've Become Translucent works well if you're into wave-like pacing with intensity, introspective moments of reflection and gritty energy for late nights.

How many songs are on Since We've Become Translucent?

Since We've Become Translucent has 10 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Since We've Become Translucent

Mudhoney · 1998

46 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock

A gritty fusion of punk energy and melodic hooks, underscored by a raw, unfiltered vocal delivery.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Baby, Can You Dig the Light Start here — Opening with an expansive soundscape, this track captures the band's blend of heavy riffs and introspective lyrics, setting the tone for the album's themes of disillusionment.
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Dyin’ for It — This track stands out with its catchy chorus and driving rhythm, showcasing Mudhoney's knack for marrying punk attitude with pop sensibilities.
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Sonic Infusion — The closing track features an extended instrumental section that emphasizes the band's experimental edge, making it a fitting conclusion to the album's journey.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The album blends punk energy with melodic hooks, showcasing Mudhoney's distinctive sound in a post-grunge context.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo drive, while the second half introduces more varied dynamics and tempo shifts.
Several tracks incorporate layered guitar riffs that create a dense sound, particularly in 'Dyin’ for It' and 'Inside Job'.
Vocal delivery is raw and unfiltered throughout, with a noticeable emphasis on emotional intensity rather than technical precision.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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

wave-like pacing with intensity
introspective moments of reflection
gritty energy for late nights
dynamic flow through varied tracks

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek polished production values

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — Acclaimed for its fresh take on grunge, marking a significant artistic moment.
Themes: post-grunge disillusionment· Seattle music scene
Career context: Since We've Become Translucent is Mudhoney's fifth studio album, released during a period when the band was navigating a post-grunge landscape. Following their 1995 album, My Brother the Cow, this record marked a continued exploration of their signature sound while adapting to the changing music scene of the late '90s.
Stylistic neighbors: Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Nirvana