Son of Altered Beast
Matthew Sweet · 1994
28 min · 7 tracks · alternative rock
Ethereal live recordings blend with raw studio outtakes, showcasing Sweet's melodic rock sensibilities and dynamic performance energy.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it captures the essence of Sweet's live performances while offering insight into his creative process through studio outtakes. It received positive critical reception, reinforcing his status within the alternative rock genre and contributing to the burgeoning 90s indie scene.
- Best for
- live energy with ethereal moments short bursts of melodic exploration gradual build towards resolution
- Context
- By 1994, Matthew Sweet was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the alternative rock scene following his breakthrough album "Girlfriend" in 1991. "Son of Altered Beast" serves as a transitional release, featuring live tracks that highlight his growing fanbase and the evolution of his sound during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Green Day· Beck· Linkin Park· Nine Inch Nails· Tori Amos· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Devil With the Green Eyes (remix) Standout 4:41
- 2 Superdeformed (live) 3:39
- 3 Someone to Pull the Trigger (live) Standout 4:19
- 4 Knowing People (live) 4:36
- 5 I Wanted to Tell You (live) 4:32
- 6 Don’t Cry No Tears (live) 2:50
- 7 Ultrasuede (studio outake) Standout 3:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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