What is the best What Is This album to start with?

The best album to start with is "What Is This?" (1985). It's the most representative of what makes What Is This worth hearing.

How many albums does What Is This have?

What Is This has 3 releases in their discography, including 1 album and 2 EPs.

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What Is This

Q: Who is What Is This for?

If you're into alternative rock, What Is This is worth your time. The music crackles with a kinetic energy, layering unexpected rhythms and textures that shift and swirl around a steady pulse.

The music crackles with a kinetic energy, layering unexpected rhythms and textures that shift and swirl around a steady pulse.

alternative rock

United States Est. 1980

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The album

What Is This? (1985)

Captures their signature sound in a cohesive set, showcasing their kinetic energy and layered textures throughout the album.

The song

“Squeeze” from Squeezed

Immediate hook that introduces their style with vibrant rhythms and engaging melodies, making it a strong standalone track for new listeners.

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What Is This?

1985

Immediate hook that introduces their style with vibrant rhythms and engaging melodies, making it a strong standalone track for new listeners.

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About What Is This

What Is This matters as a crucial connector in the alternative rock landscape, embodying a spirit of whimsy and experimentation that challenges conventional boundaries.

Their music resonates with listeners who seek more than just straightforward melodies; it simultaneously reflects and shapes a subculture marked by curiosity and playfulness.

Their music resonates with listeners who seek more than just straightforward melodies; it simultaneously reflects and shapes a subculture marked by curiosity and playfulness. By embracing a sense of humor alongside their sonic explorations, they invite fans to revel in the joy of unexpected musical turns. Their approach is characterized by an unorthodox blend of instrumentation and arrangement, where chaotic energy meets melodic inventiveness. This playful unpredictability not only energizes live performances but also fosters a communal experience among audience members, creating a sense of shared discovery. The band’s willingness to defy expectations allows for moments of spontaneity that feel both intimate and expansive, encouraging listeners to engage deeply with their sound. Lyrically, What Is This often delves into themes of identity, connection, and the absurdities of everyday life. Their writing style balances earnestness with irony, weaving together vivid imagery and abstract concepts that challenge traditional storytelling. There's a conversational tone in their lyrics that feels relatable yet enigmatic, inviting listeners into a world that celebrates both clarity and ambiguity.

1 studio album· 3 total releases· 1 year· United States