01. "Untitled" 02. "Bell" 03. "Vigilante Always" 04. "His Love Justed Washed Away" 05. "His Life Of Academic Freedom" 06. "Pancake" 07. "Jeremy Parker" 08. "Park The Car By The Side Of The Road" 09. "Tree Chopped Down" 10. "Wrong Tube" 11. "Wait Forever"
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Description:
This is Swirlies #6
Recorded and mixed at
Squid Hell, Q Division, Fort
Apache, Platinum Sound, and
at home. On: 24, 16, 4, and 2 tracks.
In: June, August, Nov 92.
Track A7 is hidden by a locked groove.
"Blonder Tongue Audio Baton" is the iconic 1993 LP by Swirlies, released through Taang! / Cargo. This album stands as a landmark in indie rock and shoegaze, blending fuzzy guitars, dreamy vocals, and experimental soundscapes into an unforgettable listening experience. The record showcases Swirlies' unique approach to melody and noise, with tracks like "Bell," "Pancake," and "Tree Chopped Down" highlighting their knack for catchy hooks amid swirling sonic textures. Over the years, this release has become a cult favorite among fans of alternative music for its adventurous spirit and innovative production.
Swirlies formed in Boston in 1990 and quickly gained recognition within the underground scene for their genre-blending style that incorporates elements of shoegaze, lo-fi pop, and noise rock. Their early work was lauded by critics for its inventiveness; "Blonder Tongue Audio Baton" remains their most celebrated album. The band's influence can be traced across generations of indie musicians who cite them as pioneers of American shoegaze.
Taang! Records is a renowned independent label founded in 1984 in Boston. Known for championing punk rock, hardcore, alternative acts such as The Lemonheads and Gang Green alongside Swirlies' boundary-pushing releases'Taang! has played a crucial role in shaping underground music scenes both locally and internationally.
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