Having partially created what many felt was a template for the Smashing Pumpkins to become successful, Hum found itself in an unenviable spot when the lead single from its major-label debut, "Stars," became a hit precisely because of that sound. There's certainly a similar connection at points, what with some fierce, chopping feedback and crisp drum slams, but the lyrical portrait is less solipsistic and somehow the whole song feels more inspirational and dreamy for it. Like the song itself, then,...   [ read more ]

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1997 reissue of Hum's 2nd full-length album originally issued in 1993. This edition adds the bonus track 'Diffuse' which was recorded during the Electra 2000 sessions, but was initially included only on a compilation disc (Feast Of The Sybarites) from a Lawrence, Kansas label. The band's first album featuring new members Tim Lash and Jeff Dimpsey, thereby redefining their sound; this is roaring, dynamic rock for fans of Failure, Shiner, Smashing Pumpkins, etc. The album that spawned interest from a number...   [ read more ]

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RESTOCK. Melodic, bent and broken guitar rock, departing San Diego, refueling in DC and arriving in New York ahead of schedule. Recorded with Geoff Turner at WGNS.

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