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.
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10 TRACKS:
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1)
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Out There
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2)
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Start Choppin
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3)
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What Else Is New
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4)
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On The Way
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5)
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Not The Same
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6)
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Get Me
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7)
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Drawerings
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8)
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Hide
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9)
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Goin Home
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10)
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I Ain't Sayin
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Engineer, Mixed By - John Agnello
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A&R [A+R] - Geoff Travis
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Producer, Written-By - J Mascis
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Vocals, Guitar, Timpani [Tympani], Chimes, Piano, Organ - J
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Mastered By - Greg Calbi (8)
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Engineer [Assistant] - Bryce Goggin
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Mastered By - Bob Ludwig (1 to 4, 6, 7, 9, 10)
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Engineer [Assistant] - Dan Mclaughlin
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Technician [Amp Fixer] - Greg Dwinell
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Engineer [Assistant] - Matt Pakucko
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A&R [A+R] - Joe McEwen
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Mastered By [Unmastered By] - Scott Hull (2) (5)
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Technician [Electronic Signal Shaping Coordinator] - Roger Mayer
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Drums - Murph (2)
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Engineer [Assistant] - Ted Trewhella
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Cello - Abbie Newton
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Arranged By [Strings] - Rob Turner
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Cello - Rob Turner
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Bass, Backing Vocals, Guitar - Mike Johnson (8)
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A&R [Assister] - Jeanette (3)
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Viola - Dave Mason (3)
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Engineer [Assistant] - Steve Rojo
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Painting [Cover Paintings] - Angry Johnny
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Management [Business Affairs] - Marcia Hymen
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Management [Manager] - Janet Billig
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A&R [Assister] - Molly
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Legal [Law] - Richard Grabel
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Violin - Larry Packer (2)
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Photography By [Photo On CD] - Christina Falise
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A&R [Assister] - Sarah (67)
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Management [Business Affairs] - Lynn Walsh
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Technician [Guitar Fixer] - Owen Davidson
