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Meat Puppets

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American rock band from Phoenix, Arizona, formed by brothers Curt and Cris Kirkwood with Derrick Bostrom. Known for blending punk, country and psychedelia across influential 1980s and 1990s albums.

Formed in the early 1980s in Phoenix, Arizona. Founding members include Curt Kirkwood (guitar, vocals), Cris Kirkwood (bass) and Derrick Bostrom (drums). Frequently cited as influential to indie rock and associated with SST Records early in their career.

DeBaser's reviews celebrate Meat Puppets' fusion of punk, country and psychedelia across studio albums and live shows. Critics praise landmark records (II, Up On The Sun) and energetic concerts. The site's reviews skew fond, often nostalgic, and highlight Curt and Cris Kirkwood's songwriting and distinctive voice.

For:Fans of alternative rock, indie, cow-punk, psychedelic country and 1980s/90s underground music.

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 The Meat Puppets are one of those bands for whom superlatives never suffice.

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 This album is immature, and it is perfect as it is. Stunning and original.

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