Ultimate Alternative Wavers cover

Ultimate Alternative Wavers

Built to Spill · 1993

58 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that define the essence of 90s indie rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Ultimate Alternative Wavers' marks Built to Spill's debut album, establishing them as a significant voice in the alternative rock scene. At this point, they were beginning to carve out their identity following their formation in 1992, capturing the burgeoning sound of indie rock with their distinct style.
Stylistic neighbors
Modest Mouse· The Shins· Death Cab for Cutie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The First Song 4:01
  • 2 Three Years Ago Today 3:56
  • 3 Revolution 4:24
  • 4 Shameful Dread 8:28
  • 5 Nowhere Nothin' Fuckup 6:33
  • 6 Get a Life 5:52
  • 7 Built to Spill 5:51
  • 8 Lie for a Lie 3:15
  • 9 Hazy 6:41
  • 10 Built Too Long, Parts 1, 2 & 3 9:24

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