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Smeared

Sloan · 1992

46 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · power pop

A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and catchy melodies that captures the essence of early '90s alternative rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • catchy melodic hooks
  • engaging lyrical narratives
  • moderate pacing for focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1992, 'Smeared' was Sloan's debut album, marking their entry into the Canadian alternative rock scene. At this point, the band was relatively unknown but quickly gained traction with their fresh sound and strong songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Star· The Posies· Matthew Sweet

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Underwhelmed 4:45
  • 2 Raspberry 4:01
  • 3 I Am the Cancer 3:41
  • 4 Median Strip 3:35
  • 5 Take It In 3:58
  • 6 500 Up 4:20
  • 7 Marcus Said 4:31
  • 8 Sugartune 3:33
  • 9 Left of Centre 2:32
  • 10 Lemonzinger 4:11
  • 11 Two Seater 3:05
  • 12 What's There to Decide? 4:20

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