This week we’re discussing every album by Mother Love Bone. Credited (along with Green River—check out our episode on them) with pioneering grunge, Mother Love Bone’s promising career was cut short after the sudden death of frontman Andrew Wood. As a result, members Jeff Ament and Stone Gossard went on to form Temple of the Dog (as a tribute to Wood) and eventually Pearl Jam. While Mother Love Bone’s music sounds more alternative metal than grunge, they were still paramount to the scene in Seattle. Good stuff.
Read MoreEpisode 70: Soundgarden
This week we’re discussing the almighty Soundgarden. Although they are technically considered pioneers of grunge, these guys transcended genres and were some of the most brilliant songwriters to ever gain massive mainstream success. The suicide of frontman Chris Cornell in 2017 put a tragic end to their successful reunion, in addition to breaking Mike’s heart for a legit 2 years. This is a great episode, everyone.
Closing track: “4th of July” from Superunknown (1994)
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Mike’s Picks:
Superunknown (1994) — Best Album
Badmotorfinger (1991) — Personal Favorite
Screaming Life/Fopp (1987/1988) — Worst Record
Down on the Upside (1996) — Least Favorite
Alex’s Picks:
Badmotorfinger (1991) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Down on the Upside (1996) — Worst Album, Least Favorite
Albums we discussed this episode…
Screaming Life/Fopp (1987/1988)
Ultramega OK (1988)
Louder Than Love (1989)
Badmotorfinger (1991)
Superunknown (1994)
Down on the Upside (1996)
King Animal (2012)