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1995 studio album by Unwound
The Future of What is the third studio album by the American post-hardcore band Unwound , released on April 24, 1995 by Kill Rock Stars . The album was recorded in December 1994 at John and Stu's in Seattle , Washington .
Recording and release [ edit ]
The Future of What was recorded in December 1994 at John and Stu's in Seattle , Washington and released on April 24, 1995 by the independent record label Kill Rock Stars .[1] The album cover features an illustration by Soviet Ukrainian constructivist artist Yakov Chernikhov .[2] The CD and digital versions of the album included 4 extra tracks which were excluded from the vinyl due to length.
Critical reception [ edit ]
Professional ratings Review scores Source Rating AllMusic [3] Sputnikmusic 3.8/5[4]
In a favorable review, AllMusic 's John Bush commented: "Taking their punk heritage from the Buzzcocks , Unwound write grinding, but tuneful songs. Most tracks rumble with a wandering bass while guitar fuzz coats the works. The vocals are intense, usually screamed. One atypical touch is the closer, a hypnotic quasi-ambient organ piece".[3] In a mixed review, Jem Aswad of CMJ New Music Monthly praised the opening track, but criticized the album's consistency.[5] The album's title inspired the name of Brooklyn synth band Future of What .[6]
Track listing [ edit ]
All music is composed by Unwound
Side one Title 1. "New Energy" 1:57 2. "Demolished" 2:49 3. "Natural Disasters" 3:15 4. "Re-Enact the Crime" 2:42 5. "Equally Stupid" 3:06 6. "Pardon My French" 1:30 7. "Descension" 4:21
Side two Title 8. "Accidents on Purpose" 1:55 9. "Petals Like Bricks" 2:22 10. "Vern's Answer to the Masses" 0:39 11. "Here Come the Dogs" 2:06 12. "Disappoint" 5:18 13. "Swan" 8:09 Total length: 40:16
CD bonus tracks Title 14. "Full Explanation of Answer" 5:24 15. "Excuse Me..." 4:02 16. "...But Pardon..." 2:42 17. "...My French" 6:53 Total length: 59:18
Personnel [ edit ]
Unwound [ edit ]
Additional musicians [ edit ]
Technical Personnel [ edit ]
References [ edit ]
External links [ edit ]
Studio albums Extended plays
The Light at the End of the Tunnel Is a Train
Live in London
Live Albums
Live Leaves
7/26/2001
06/30/1999: Reykjavik, Iceland
Compilation albums