The King
Teenage Fanclub · 1991
32 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and melodic harmonies, capturing the essence of early '90s alternative rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- short bursts of energy
- nostalgic melodies with charm
- playful twists and turns
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking lengthy deep dives
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'The King' was Teenage Fanclub's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed sophomore release 'Bandwagonesque.' At this point, the band had solidified their sound, gaining traction within the burgeoning alternative rock scene and setting the stage for future successes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Big Star· The Posies· The Lemonheads
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heavy Metal 6 1:30
- 2 Mudhoney 6:04
- 3 Interstellar Overdrive 3:23
- 4 Robot Love 2:15
- 5 Like a Virgin 4:31
- 6 The King 2:23
- 7 Opal Inquest 5:36
- 8 The Ballad of Bow Evil (Slow and Fast) 5:25
- 9 Heavy Metal 9 1:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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