Spanking Machine cover

Spanking Machine

Babes in Toyland · 1990

36 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

Raw, confrontational riffs collide with cathartic vocals in a whirlwind of chaotic energy and feminist defiance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cathartic vocal release
  • steady mid-tempo energy
  • confrontational and raw intensity
  • feminist defiance in sound

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer polished production
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'Spanking Machine' was Babes in Toyland's debut album, marking their entry into the alternative rock scene. At this time, they were establishing themselves as significant voices in the grunge movement, particularly with their aggressive sound and feminist themes that resonated with the burgeoning punk and indie scenes.
Stylistic neighbors
L7· Hole· Sonic Youth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Swamp Pussy 2:24
  • 2 He’s My Thing 2:56
  • 3 Vomit Heart 2:49
  • 4 Never 3:16
  • 5 Boto(w)rap 2:31
  • 6 Dogg 3:52
  • 7 Pain in My Heart 3:59
  • 8 Lashes 3:46
  • 9 You’re Right 3:07
  • 10 Dust Cake Boy 3:31
  • 11 Fork Down Throat 3:53

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