Lyricism and loneliness dwelling deep within the roaring sound of rock
Noisy guitar and delicate melodies intertwine in this work, which has carved out a unique poetic sentiment in the post-grunge era.
This album was created under a system in which J. Mascis was virtually in charge of the entire project, and it has become a symbol of the golden age of alternative rock. The light, catchy guitar riffs of "Start Choppin'" and the heavy roar and mournful vocals of "Out There" form the album's core. The delicate production, reminiscent of Mascis's solo work, and the beautiful melodies that float amidst the noisy guitars stand out, perfectly maintaining a balance between stillness and movement. The composition, which restrains emotional intensity while generating explosive catharsis, demonstrates his maturity as a composer and performer. This is an essential masterpiece when discussing post-grunge guitar rock.
30 TRACKS:
1-1)
Out There
1-10)
I Ain't Sayin
1-11)
Hot Burrito #2
1-12)
Quest (Acoustic)
1-13)
Turnip Farm
1-14)
Forget It
1-15)
Keeblin'
1-16)
Missing Link
1-2)
Start Choppin
1-3)
What Else Is New
1-4)
On The Way
1-5)
Not The Same
1-6)
Get Me
1-7)
Drawerings
1-8)
Hide
1-9)
Goin Home
2-1)
Noon At Dawn
2-10)
Drawerings
2-11)
Raisins
2-12)
Thumb
2-13)
Out There
2-14)
Sludgefeast
2-2)
Hide
2-3)
Get Me
2-4)
Keeblin'
2-5)
Severed Lips
2-6)
Thumb
2-7)
Tarpit
2-8)
Budge
2-9)
Start Choppin
Arranged By [Strings Arranged By] - Rob
Arranged By [Strings Mutated By] - J
Bass, Backing Vocals, Guitar - Mike Johnson (8)
Cello - Abbie Newton
Cello - Rob Turner
Design - Keith Davey
Drums - J
Drums - Murph (2)
Engineer, Mixed By - John Agnelo
Interviewee [Sleevenotes Based On Interviews With] - J
Lacquer Cut By - LvC
Painting [Cover Paintings] - Angry Johnny
Producer - J Mascis
Product Manager - RA
Sleeve Notes - Keith Cameron
Technician [Prepared For Disc By] - Tim Debney
Viola - Dave Mason (3)
Violin - Larry Packer (2)
Vocals - Tiffany Anders (6)
Vocals, Guitar, Timpani, Wind Chimes, Piano, Organ - J
