The major label debut for Evan Dando’s Lemonheads, released in 1990, following three “ramshackle punk” albums for Taang! Records.This album pivots toward a more approachable sound, sweet melodies still charged with punk spirit.A record of contrasts: light and dark, polished arrangements, nods to the excesses of American culture (Charles Manson and Gummi Bears), critiques of Reagan-era drug laws (Lil’ Seed), and reflections on everyday life.“Like Hüsker Dü when they were at their most ferocious, or R.E.M.when they were at their most Byrdsian and hypnotic.” – NME
Tracks:
Side A- A1: Ballarat- A2: Half The Time- A3: Year of the Cat- A4: Ride With Me- A5: Lil SeedSide B- B6: Stove- B7: Come Downstairs- B8: Left for Dead- B9: Brass Buttons- B10: (The) Door- B11: UntitledExtras (Download Only)The Lemonheads – Live at the Wireless- Come Back D.A.- Stove- A Song for You- Come Downstairs- Nighttime (Big Star cover)- Year of the Cat- Ride With Me- Die Right Now
