Up on the Sun
Meat Puppets · 1985
57 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of punk energy and psychedelic melodies that defy conventional song structures.
Why this album works
"Up on the Sun" is notable for its experimental approach, showcasing the band's willingness to merge punk rock with diverse influences. The album has been praised for its innovative sound, receiving critical acclaim from publications like Spin and Rolling Stone, and it has influenced a generation of alternative artists.
- Best for
- kaleidoscopic sound explorations wave-like pacing with peaks short bursts of energy
- Context
- Released in March 1985, "Up on the Sun" was the Meat Puppets' third studio album, following their acclaimed sophomore effort, "Meat Puppets II." At this point, they were establishing themselves within the alternative rock scene, characterized by their eclectic sound and influential style that blended various genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· Beck· Moby· Sonic Youth· R.E.M.· Nirvana· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Up on the Sun Standout 4:04
- 2 Maiden’s Milk 3:19
- 3 Away 3:27
- 4 Animal Kingdom Standout 1:25
- 5 Hot Pink 3:27
- 6 Swimming Ground Standout 3:06
- 7 Buckethead 2:21
- 8 Too Real 2:12
- 9 Enchanted Porkfist 2:29
- 10 Seal Whales 2:19
- 11 Two Rivers 3:20
- 12 Creator 2:10
- 13 Hot Pink 3:55
- 14 Up on the Sun Standout 4:28
- 15 Mother American Marshmallow 4:28
- 16 Embodiment of Evil 1:52
- 17 Hot Pink 8:35
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