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THE REVIEW
Considered by some as the band's most free and creative work: it contains wonderful tracks including "teenage riot" (an anthem to the American alternative scene of that period), "Silver rocket" (which in a single piece manages to encapsulate the Sonics' style as in a summary). Recorded in Seattle in 1988, it managed to sell a stunning 100,000 copies (an embarrassing figure for a band considered a beacon of the independent scene)! The move to a major label becomes inevitable, but without making compromises. An album where Kim Gordon's voice sings the rougher parts and where Ranaldo's genius stands out as the author of more "melodic" tracks ("Eric's trip" is a lysergic journey towards delirium). Probably the band's maturity album, it cannot be missing from the collection of alternative rock lovers. A milestone!
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Daydream Nation by Sonic Youth is regarded as the band's most free and creative work, featuring iconic tracks like 'Teenage Riot' and 'Silver Rocket.' Recorded in 1988, it became a landmark album for alternative rock despite modest sales. The album highlights the unique vocals of Kim Gordon and the melodic genius of Lee Ranaldo. Considered a milestone, it represents the band's maturity without compromising artistic integrity.
Sonic Youth
American experimental rock band formed in New York City in 1981. Core members across their most influential period included Thurston Moore, Kim Gordon, Lee Ranaldo and Steve Shelley; Jim O'Rourke later collaborated and is mentioned as an official member in reviews.66 Reviews
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By rob
Sonic Youth are an unusual exception. They give rise to the flames.
That candle indeed sets the listener’s mind aflame. And it never disappoints, not even for a moment.
By ZiOn
"Daydream Nation is a masterpiece. Without a doubt."
"A timeless jewel that everyone should own or at least know, given that, if noise and indie rock can be discussed today, it is undoubtedly thanks to these gentlemen from New York."
By markocc
Sometimes noise is the best music a man can listen to.
Daydream Nation is a crazy and terrifying scream, something that makes you uneasy but at the same time is wonderful, it’s like a drug.
By maryg
Every word spoken about "Daydream Nation" is certainly not wasted, as this album will never cease to amaze the audience, not even after a billion listens.
The historical significance of "Daydream Nation" is immeasurable: just considering the substantial number of bands that have drawn inspiration from it for their own sound.
By gianmarcolodi
"'Teenage Riot' for me was a way of being, a warning, I wasn’t and wouldn’t accept staying quiet or having a normal relationship."
"'Trilogy' which for me was honey, ambrosia that someone poured directly into my ears because then the next morning someone would come to talk to me about the storm."
