Monsters by Meat Puppets, released 28 June 2024, includes the following tracks: "Meltdown", "The Void", "Party Till The World Obeys", "Strings On Your Heart" and more.
This version of Monsters comes as a 1xLP. -
Vinyl LP pressing. Reissue. Monsters is the sixth studio album by the Meat Puppets, originally released in 1989.
"Monsters" is a full-length LP by the influential American band Meat Puppets, released by the label Megaforce. On this album the band condenses its unmistakable mix of alternative rock, punk energy and psychedelic undertones into compact, riff-driven songs that sound both raw and melodic. Heavy, distorted guitars, tight grooves and a slightly dark, surreal atmosphere run through the record, while catchy hooks keep the tracks accessible and memorable. "Monsters" captures Meat Puppets in a phase where their songwriting became more direct and powerful, without losing their eccentric, experimental edge that has inspired generations of alternative and indie bands. The production emphasizes a live feel: edgy, immediate and deliberately unpolished, ideal for listeners who value authenticity over gloss.
Meat Puppets are regarded as pioneers of the American underground and alternative rock scene. Formed in the early 1980s, they gained cult status through their idiosyncratic mixture of punk, country, psychedelia and desert rock, influencing later icons of the grunge and indie era. A milestone in their career was their collaboration with Nirvana on the legendary "MTV Unplugged in New York" performance, where Nirvana covered several Meat Puppets songs and invited members of the band on stage, introducing them to a much wider audience. Over the decades, Meat Puppets have remained a constant reference point for musicians who seek to combine experimentation with strong songwriting.
Megaforce, the manufacturer and label behind this LP, is known for giving a platform to distinctive, uncompromising artists. Established as an independent label with a strong background in rock and metal, Megaforce has built a reputation for discovering and supporting bands whose sound lies outside the mainstream, but has lasting impact on the scene. Their releases are appreciated by collectors for their careful presentation and for the label's commitment to authentic, powerful guitar music. With "Monsters," Megaforce underlines its role as a label that documents important chapters of alternative and rock history on high-quality vinyl editions, aimed at both long-time fans and new listeners discovering the band for the first time.