Veni Vidi Vicious
The Hives · 2000
28 min · 12 tracks · garage rock
A raucous blend of garage rock swagger infused with punk energy and sharp lyrical wit.
Why this album works
'Veni Vidi Vicious' received widespread critical acclaim and is credited with revitalizing interest in garage rock, reaching number 14 on the Swedish charts. The single 'Hate to Say I Told You So' became a breakout hit, bolstering their reputation and influencing a wave of similar bands during that era.
- Best for
- quick, punchy listening sessions high-energy motivation boosts short bursts of excitement
- Context
- Released on April 10, 2000, 'Veni Vidi Vicious' marked The Hives' breakthrough album following their 1997 debut 'Barely Legal.' This album catapulted them into the international spotlight, establishing their energetic sound and charismatic image as a defining force in the early 2000s garage rock revival.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lil Peep· The Cardigans· Mando Diao· Lykke Li· Teddybears· Broder Daniel· Takida· Robbie Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Declare Guerre Nucleaire 1:39
- 2 Die, All Right! Standout 2:49
- 3 A Get Together to Tear It Apart 1:56
- 4 Main Offender Standout 2:37
- 5 Outsmarted 2:26
- 6 Hate to Say I Told You So Standout 3:23
- 7 Introduce the Metric System in Time 2:08
- 8 Find Another Girl 3:16
- 9 Statecontrol 1:57
- 10 Inspection Wise 1999 1:40
- 11 Knock Knock 2:12
- 12 Supply and Demand 2:26
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