Turn It Up Faggot cover

Released 21 years ago this June

Turn It Up Faggot

Deerhunter · 2005

30 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock

A raw, lo-fi fusion of punk energy and introspective melodies that captures youthful angst.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with youthful energy
  • short bursts of introspective angst
  • raw sound for candid moments
  • for quick, reflective listens

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of polished production
  • prefer lengthy, sprawling albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 28, 2005, 'Turn It Up Faggot' was Deerhunter's debut album, introducing their unique sound to the alternative rock scene. At this point, the band was still in its formative stage, having just formed a year prior and starting to define their musical identity.
Stylistic neighbors
Real Estate· Tame Impala· Panda Bear

Tracklist

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

  • 1 N. Animals 2:34
  • 2 Adorno 4:36
  • 3 Tech School 2:29
  • 4 Ponds 2:50
  • 5 Language/Violence 2:36
  • 6 Oceans 3:47
  • 7 Basement 2:59
  • 8 Young Layer 2:19
  • 9 Death Drag 6:18

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