Zack: While this is my first time actually sitting down and listening to Pixies, in a way I’ve been listening to them for years. They have been so influential that almost any alternative or grunge band will trace their sound back to Pixies. All of these musicians listened to them and found something in their music that they enjoyed and sought to emulate. Whether it’s the fast paced punk sound of songs like Debaser, the subdued tempo akin to pop rock in tracks like Here Comes Your Man, or the myriad of tunes in between, something on this album will strike your fancy.
Favorite Tracks: Monkey Gone to Heaven, Hey, Debaser
Emily: This album is solidly “alternative.” By that I mean they take every element of alternative music that we know today and combine into one unique sound. There’s some punk, some late new-wave, some classic rock, and some hints of grunge – many of the genres that proliferate alternative airwaves (and my iPod) today. It sounds like it would be a total mishmash, but it’s effectively cohesive. I’m excited to listen to more Pixies. Their music is very much a turning point in alternative rock.
Favorite Tracks: Mr. Grieves, Debaser, La La Love You
Got this new as a record and have played it a lot since then. They were popular in the college rock ranks for that time - nothing compared to Nirvana who basically rerecorded this. It's very dynamic - meaning there is no loud without quiet.
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