Tepid Peppermint Wonderland: A Retrospective
The Brian Jonestown Massacre · 2004
142 min · 38 tracks · psychedelic rock
A swirling tapestry of retro psychedelia intertwined with the raw energy of garage rock and dreamy melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Anenome — This track encapsulates the essence of The Brian Jonestown Massacre's signature sound, blending jangly guitars with hypnotic rhythms and introspective lyrics.
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Prozac vs. Heroin — A stark exploration of addiction juxtaposed against catchy melodies, this song highlights the band’s ability to tackle heavy themes while maintaining an infectious groove.
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Let Me Stand Next to Your Flower (live) — This live rendition exemplifies the raw energy and spontaneity of their performances, showcasing the band’s dynamic presence and connection with their audience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- kaleidoscopic journey through sound
- nostalgic vibes with retro charm
- playful experimentation with melodies
- patient exploration of layered textures
- engaging live performances included
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, straightforward tracks
- seek immediate, high-energy gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2004, Tepid Peppermint Wonderland: A Retrospective captures The Brian Jonestown Massacre at a moment of reflection, showcasing their extensive catalog from the late '90s and early 2000s. This compilation came after the band's tumultuous years marked by lineup changes and critical scrutiny, positioning it as both a retrospective and a statement of resilience in their ongoing journey.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dandy Warhols· Tame Impala· Spiritualized
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 All Around You (Intro) 5:36
- 2 Who? 2:54
- 3 When Jokers Attack 3:43
- 4 Servo 3:24
- 5 Open Heart Surgery 4:14
- 6 If Love Is the Drug 3:59
- 7 It Girl 2:12
- 8 Sailor 3:44
- 9 Straight Up and Down 4:30
- 10 Anenome 5:27
- 11 Wisdom 5:17
- 12 Just for Today 4:17
- 13 Stars 3:14
- 14 Vacuum Boots 2:55
- 15 Prozac vs. Heroin 3:54
- 16 She's Gone 7:17
Disc 2
- 1 Nailing Honey to the Bee 2:38
- 2 That Girl Suicide 3:39
- 3 Nevertheless 3:29
- 4 Evergreen 3:23
- 5 Starcleaner 2:28
- 6 Let Me Stand Next to Your Flower (live) 3:29
- 7 Hide and Seek (live) 4:18
- 8 In My Life 2:23
- 9 Mary Please 4:09
- 10 Talk-Action=Shit 2:01
- 11 Oh Lord 3:21
- 12 This is Why You Love Me 1:53
- 13 Not If You Were the Last Dandy on Earth 2:46
- 14 Swallowtail Live 6:26
- 15 Feel So Good 4:42
- 16 Fucker 2:14
- 17 #1 Hit Jam 4:54
- 18 Ballad of Jim Jones 2:15
- 19 Free and Easy Take 2 2:30
- 20 Stolen 1:27
- 21 Mansion in the Sky 2:19
- 22 Sue 8:29
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