Where You Been
Dinosaur Jr. · 1993
48 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Raw guitar riffs meet introspective lyrics, creating a sound that seamlessly blends grunge and melodic rock.
Why this album works
'Where You Been' received positive reviews and helped reinforce Dinosaur Jr.'s place in the alternative rock scene, peaking at number 96 on the Billboard 200. The single 'Start Choppin' gained significant airplay on alternative radio, contributing to the band's resurgence and influencing a generation of musicians in the indie rock genre.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions introspective late-night moods dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Where You Been' was Dinosaur Jr.'s fifth studio album, coming after their critically acclaimed 'Green Mind.' At this point, the band was navigating lineup changes with founding member J Mascis leading amidst a shifting alternative rock landscape. This album marked a return to form after a period of experimentation, showcasing the band's enduring influence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Moby· Green Day· Beck· Linkin Park· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Out There Standout 5:56
- 2 Start Choppin Standout 5:40
- 3 What Else Is New 5:09
- 4 On the Way 3:30
- 5 Not the Same Standout 6:01
- 6 Get Me 5:52
- 7 Drawerings 4:51
- 8 Hide 4:18
- 9 Goin Home 4:20
- 10 I Ain't Sayin 2:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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