What Fresh Hell Is This?
Art Bergmann · 1995
51 min · 12 tracks · punk rock
A gritty blend of punk rock energy and introspective lyrics, layered with dark humor and a sense of Canadian identity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Guns and Heroin — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of addiction and despair through vivid storytelling and sharp imagery, making it a standout piece that resonates deeply.
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Buried Alive — The song's driving rhythm and haunting lyrics convey a sense of entrapment and urgency, showcasing Bergmann's ability to tackle heavy themes with musical intensity.
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Another Train Song — With its catchy melody juxtaposed against poignant lyrics about transience and longing, this track highlights Bergmann's knack for blending personal narrative with broader existential themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gritty introspection with urgency
- reflective moments amidst chaos
- late-night contemplation and honesty
- visceral production for deep listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party vibes
- prefer polished mainstream sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1995, What Fresh Hell Is This? marked Art Bergmann's return to music after a brief hiatus following his previous album, Sexual Roulette. At this point in his career, he was navigating the challenges of the music industry while seeking artistic authenticity, reflecting both personal struggles and broader societal themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Social Distortion· X· Bad Religion
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beatles in Hollywood 5:33
- 2 Another Train Song 3:33
- 3 In Betweens 2:22
- 4 Buried Alive 4:43
- 5 Guns and Heroin 4:35
- 6 Some Fresh Hell 4:29
- 7 Contract 4:31
- 8 Jones 3:36
- 9 Demolished 3:48
- 10 Nearer My God to Thee 5:27
- 11 Dive 4:11
- 12 Stop the Time 5:00
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