B-Sides and Otherwise
Morphine · 1997
47 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · jazz fusion · blues rock
Morphine's sound combines sultry baritone sax, minimalist percussion, and melodic bass lines to create a brooding sonic landscape.
B-Sides and Otherwise is an album by Morphine, released in 1997. Morphine's sound combines sultry baritone sax, minimalist percussion, and melodic bass lines to create a brooding sonic landscape. This collection of B-sides and rarities highlighted Morphine's eclectic sound and received positive critical reception, further solidifying their cult status. The album showcases the band's ability to craft engaging narratives through music, influencing later alternative and indie rock artists seeking to blend genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Sides and Otherwise sound like?
Morphine's sound combines sultry baritone sax, minimalist percussion, and melodic bass lines to create a brooding sonic landscape. Rooted in alternative rock and jazz fusion.
What makes B-Sides and Otherwise by Morphine notable?
This collection of B-sides and rarities highlighted Morphine's eclectic sound and received positive critical reception, further solidifying their cult status. The album showcases the band's ability to craft engaging narratives through music, influencing later alternative and indie rock artists seeking to blend genres. Released in 1997, 'B-Sides and Otherwise' came after Morphine's critically acclaimed album 'Like Swimming' (1997), showcasing the band's distinctive style. At this point in their career, Morphine had established themselves in the alternative rock scene with their unique blend of jazz and rock influences, yet they were still navigating the mainstream music landscape.
How many songs are on B-Sides and Otherwise?
B-Sides and Otherwise has 13 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Have a Lucky Day Standout 4:23
- 2 All Wrong 3:40
- 3 I Know You, Part Two 2:54
- 4 Bo’s Veranda 3:14
- 5 Mile High 3:02
- 6 Shame Standout 2:44
- 7 Down Love’s Tributaries Standout 8:08
- 8 Kerouac 2:54
- 9 Pulled Over the Car 2:56
- 10 Sundayafternoonweightlessness 4:52
- 11 Virgin Bride 3:29
- 12 Mail 2:19
- 13 My Brain 2:45
Release Date
January 1, 1997
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
47 min 24 sec
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