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Sunless Saturday

Fishbone · 1991

12 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · funk rock · funk metal

A genre-blending explosion of funk, rock, and ska that pulsates with energy and social commentary.

Sunless Saturday is a single by Fishbone, released in 1991. A genre-blending explosion of funk, rock, and ska that pulsates with energy and social commentary. 'Sunless Saturday' is significant for its blend of styles, contributing to the alternative rock movement of the early '90s. It received positive reviews from publications like Rolling Stone and helped solidify Fishbone's reputation as pioneers of funk rock, influencing later acts in both rock and ska scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sunless Saturday sound like?

A genre-blending explosion of funk, rock, and ska that pulsates with energy and social commentary. Rooted in alternative rock and funk rock.

What makes Sunless Saturday by Fishbone notable?

'Sunless Saturday' is significant for its blend of styles, contributing to the alternative rock movement of the early '90s. It received positive reviews from publications like Rolling Stone and helped solidify Fishbone's reputation as pioneers of funk rock, influencing later acts in both rock and ska scenes. Released in 1991, 'Sunless Saturday' was Fishbone's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Truth and Soul' (1988). This album marked a moment of increased visibility for the band, as they were navigating mainstream recognition while maintaining their unique sound that fused diverse genres.

How many songs are on Sunless Saturday?

Sunless Saturday has 3 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·12:53

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

  • 1 Sunless Saturday Standout 4:18
  • 2 Fishy Swa Ska Standout 4:29
  • 3 Understand Me Standout 4:04

Release Date

January 1, 1991

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

12 min 53 sec