Telephono cover

Released 30 years ago

Telephono

Spoon · 1996

35 min · 14 tracks · indie rock

A raw and energetic blend of lo-fi indie rock that captures the band's early experimental spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of energetic fun
  • raw sound for adventurous listeners
  • for quick drives
  • in-order listening for cohesion

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of polished production
  • prefer long, drawn-out tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Telephono' is Spoon's debut album, emerging from the burgeoning indie rock scene of the mid-90s. At this point, the band was establishing its identity following the formation in 1993, showcasing their distinct sound amidst a wave of alternative music popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
The National· Wilco· Interpol

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don't Buy the Realistic 3:54
  • 2 Not Turning Off 3:08
  • 3 All the Negatives Have Been Destroyed 2:37
  • 4 Cvantez 2:45
  • 5 Nefarious 2:47
  • 6 Claws Tracking 2:32
  • 7 Dismember 1:45
  • 8 Idiot Driver 1:37
  • 9 Towner 3:05
  • 10 Wanted to Be Your 1:52
  • 11 Theme to Wendel Stivers 1:59
  • 12 Primary 1:25
  • 13 The Government Darling 2:23
  • 14 Plastic Mylar 3:26

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