Skull Ring
Iggy Pop · 2003
61 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · post-punk
A vibrant blend of punk energy and rock swagger infused with Iggy's trademark irreverence.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic flow with energetic peaks playful irreverence throughout tracks late-night revelry with friends
- Context
- By the time 'Skull Ring' was released in 2003, Iggy Pop had already established himself as a punk icon, renowned for his unpredictable performances and influential music. This album marked his first collaboration with The Trolls, showcasing a return to collaborative songwriting after years of solo ventures. It followed his previous album, 'Beat 'Em Up' (2001), continuing to explore themes of rebellion and self-identity.
- If you like
- alternative rock, hard rock, post-punk
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Skull Ring is an album by Iggy Pop, released in 2003. A vibrant blend of punk energy and rock swagger infused with Iggy's trademark irreverence. 'Skull Ring' received mixed reviews but gained notable attention for its raw energy and lyrical candor. The album's standout track, 'Dead Rock Star', was seen as a poignant tribute to lost musical legends, reflecting Pop's deep ties to rock history. It further solidified his role as an elder statesman of punk rock while influencing a new generation of artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Skull Ring sound like?
A vibrant blend of punk energy and rock swagger infused with Iggy's trademark irreverence. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock.
What makes Skull Ring by Iggy Pop notable?
'Skull Ring' received mixed reviews but gained notable attention for its raw energy and lyrical candor. The album's standout track, 'Dead Rock Star', was seen as a poignant tribute to lost musical legends, reflecting Pop's deep ties to rock history. It further solidified his role as an elder statesman of punk rock while influencing a new generation of artists. By the time 'Skull Ring' was released in 2003, Iggy Pop had already established himself as a punk icon, renowned for his unpredictable performances and influential music. This album marked his first collaboration with The Trolls, showcasing a return to collaborative songwriting after years of solo ventures. It followed his previous album, 'Beat 'Em Up' (2001), continuing to explore themes of rebellion and self-identity.
Who is Skull Ring for?
Skull Ring works well if you're into dynamic flow with energetic peaks, playful irreverence throughout tracks and late-night revelry with friends.
How many songs are on Skull Ring?
Skull Ring has 16 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Little Electric Chair Standout 4:40
- 2 Perverts in the Sun Standout 3:18
- 3 Skull Ring 3:51
- 4 Superbabe 4:09
- 5 Loser 2:41
- 6 Private Hell 2:50
- 7 Little Know It All 3:33
- 8 Whatever 3:16
- 9 Dead Rock Star Standout 4:39
- 10 Rock Show 2:08
- 11 Here Comes the Summer 4:53
- 12 Motor Inn 4:11
- 13 Inferiority Complex 4:13
- 14 Supermarket 3:01
- 15 Til Wrong Feels Right 3:13
- 16 Blood on Your Cool / Nervous Exhaustion 7:01
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
61 min 43 sec
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