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They Came to Conquer... Uranus

Blink-182 · 1996

7 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · pop-punk

Energetic pop-punk anthems collide with irreverent humor and youthful angst in a raw, unfiltered package.

They Came to Conquer... Uranus is an EP by Blink-182, released in 1996. Energetic pop-punk anthems collide with irreverent humor and youthful angst in a raw, unfiltered package. 'They Came to Conquer... Uranus' helped define the sound of late '90s pop-punk, contributing to Blink-182's future success. Although it did not achieve massive chart success, its humorous lyrics and energetic style resonated with a growing audience, influencing countless bands in the genre. The album also showcased the band's signature blend of catchy melodies and irreverence, which would later gain them mainstream attention. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does They Came to Conquer... Uranus sound like?

Energetic pop-punk anthems collide with irreverent humor and youthful angst in a raw, unfiltered package. Rooted in alternative rock and pop-punk.

What makes They Came to Conquer... Uranus by Blink-182 notable?

'They Came to Conquer... Uranus' helped define the sound of late '90s pop-punk, contributing to Blink-182's future success. Although it did not achieve massive chart success, its humorous lyrics and energetic style resonated with a growing audience, influencing countless bands in the genre. The album also showcased the band's signature blend of catchy melodies and irreverence, which would later gain them mainstream attention. Released on February 1, 1996, 'They Came to Conquer... Uranus' is Blink-182's debut studio album. At this point, the band was transitioning from their earlier EPs and establishing their sound in the burgeoning pop-punk scene. The release marked the beginning of their rise to fame, setting the stage for their subsequent breakthrough with 'Dude Ranch' in 1997.

How many songs are on They Came to Conquer... Uranus?

They Came to Conquer... Uranus has 3 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·7:46

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

  • 1 Wrecked Him Standout 2:48
  • 2 Waggy Standout 2:54
  • 3 Zulu Standout 2:04

Release Date

February 1, 1996

Genre

alternative rock, pop-punk

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

7 min 46 sec