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The Living End

Hüsker Dü · 1994

76 min · 24 tracks · alternative rock · hardcore punk · post-hardcore

A frenetic blend of punk energy and introspective lyrics that captures the spirit of the '90s alternative scene.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • frenetic energy with introspection
  • late-night emotional release
  • quick bursts of catharsis
  • reflective moments amidst chaos

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, steady rhythms
  • seek polished mainstream sound

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 7, 1994, 'The Living End' marked Hüsker Dü's return after a five-year hiatus following their critically acclaimed album 'Warehouse: Songs and Stories'. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from their earlier hardcore punk roots into more melodic and experimental territory, seeking to redefine their sound while maintaining their core identity.
Stylistic neighbors
Mission of Burma· Sonic Youth· Jawbreaker

Tracklist

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

  • 1 New Day Rising 3:06
  • 2 Girl Who Lives on Heaven Hill 3:08
  • 3 Standing in the Rain 3:35
  • 4 Back From Somewhere 2:25
  • 5 Ice Cold Ice 4:19
  • 6 Everytime 2:39
  • 7 Friend, You’ve Got to Fall 3:11
  • 8 She Floated Away 3:30
  • 9 From the Gut 1:33
  • 10 Target 1:46
  • 11 It’s Not Funny Anymore 2:11
  • 12 Hardly Getting Over It 5:54
  • 13 Terms of Psychic Warfare 2:01
  • 14 Powerline 2:27
  • 15 Books About UFO’s 2:25
  • 16 Divide and Conquer 2:56
  • 17 Keep Hanging On 3:23
  • 18 Celebrated Summer 4:36
  • 19 Now That You Know Me 3:31
  • 20 Ain’t No Water in the Well 2:47
  • 21 What’s Going On 3:21
  • 22 Data Control 5:09
  • 23 In a Free Land 3:35
  • 24 Sheena Is a Punk Rocker 3:13

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