Stain
Living Colour · 1993
44 min · 13 tracks · alternative metal · funk metal
A bold fusion of alternative metal and funk that challenges societal norms through sharp lyrics and dynamic instrumentation.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its exploration of themes like race, identity, and social justice during a time when these discussions were becoming increasingly prominent in mainstream culture. Stain reached number 26 on the Billboard 200 chart and was well-received critically, solidifying Living Colour's status as influential voices in rock music.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo progression sharp lyrics challenging norms bold instrumentation for engagement
- Context
- Stain was Living Colour's third studio album, released in 1993 after their commercial breakthrough with Vivid (1988) and Time's Up (1990). At this point, the band was navigating the complexities of maintaining their relevance in a changing musical landscape while grappling with the expectations set by their earlier successes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neil Young· Moby· Beck· Green Day· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Go Away 4:03
- 2 Ignorance Is Bliss Standout 3:17
- 3 Leave It Alone 3:28
- 4 Bi Standout 4:46
- 5 Mind Your Own Business 3:17
- 6 Ausländer 2:38
- 7 Never Satisfied Standout 4:04
- 8 Nothingness 3:30
- 9 Postman 3:31
- 10 WTFF 2:15
- 11 This Little Pig 3:03
- 12 Hemp 1:35
- 13 Wall 5:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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