The Freed Man cover

The Freed Man

Sebadoh · 1989

37 min · 32 tracks · indie rock

A raw collection of lo-fi melodies and introspective lyrics reflecting the angst of youth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of youthful angst
  • playful irreverence with introspective moments
  • casual background for reflection
  • short tracks for spontaneous listening
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, cohesive albums
  • seek polished, high-fidelity sound

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1989, 'The Freed Man' marks Sebadoh's debut album, establishing their presence in the indie rock scene as they transitioned from home recordings to a more polished sound. This album came at a time when they were gaining traction in the underground music community, following the success of their earlier demos.
Stylistic neighbors
Dinosaur Jr.· Pavement· The Lemonheads

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bridge Was You 1:41
  • 2 Soulmate 1:31
  • 3 I Love Me 1:01
  • 4 Nest 1:10
  • 5 Careless Mind Hands
  • 6 True Hardcore 2:05
  • 7 Close Enough 1:11
  • 8 Loosened Screw
  • 9 Solid Brown 1:00
  • 10 Made Real 1:17
  • 11 Crumbs 2:15
  • 12 Narrow Stories 1:52
  • 13 Drifts on Through
  • 14 Wall of Doubt 1:27
  • 15 Lou Rap 0:54
  • 16 Growin' Up With You
  • 17 Healthy Sick 1:48
  • 18 Land of the Lords 1:02
  • 19 Ladybugs 1:54
  • 20 Moldy Bread 2:22
  • 21 Squirrel Freedom Overdrive 0:46
  • 22 Burning Out
  • 23 Bolder 1:23
  • 24 Why Do You Cut Off Your Sleeves?
  • 25 Wrists 1:40
  • 26 Last Day of School 1:41
  • 27 Punch in the Nose 1:54
  • 28 Deny 1:52
  • 29 Level Anything 1:37
  • 30 Jealous Evil 2:15
  • 31 K‐Sensa My I
  • 32 Mothra

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