Confusion Is Sex
Sonic Youth · 1983
51 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · experimental rock
A raw exploration of dissonance and texture merges with unpredictable melodies and haunting vocals.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- wave-like dynamics of tension unpredictable melodies to explore haunting vocals for deep focus
- Context
- Released on February 1, 1983, 'Confusion Is Sex' was Sonic Youth's debut studio album, marking their entry into the New York City art scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, having previously released a self-titled EP. This album showcased their early experimentation with noise rock and avant-garde elements, setting the stage for their future evolution in alternative music.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, experimental rock
Confusion Is Sex is an album by Sonic Youth, released in 1983. A raw exploration of dissonance and texture merges with unpredictable melodies and haunting vocals. 'Confusion Is Sex' is significant for its role in the no wave movement and its influence on subsequent alternative and indie rock artists. The album received critical acclaim for its bold sound, landing a spot on several influential lists, including Pitchfork's Top 100 Albums of the 1980s, highlighting its lasting impact on underground music scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Confusion Is Sex sound like?
A raw exploration of dissonance and texture merges with unpredictable melodies and haunting vocals. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Confusion Is Sex by Sonic Youth notable?
'Confusion Is Sex' is significant for its role in the no wave movement and its influence on subsequent alternative and indie rock artists. The album received critical acclaim for its bold sound, landing a spot on several influential lists, including Pitchfork's Top 100 Albums of the 1980s, highlighting its lasting impact on underground music scenes. Released on February 1, 1983, 'Confusion Is Sex' was Sonic Youth's debut studio album, marking their entry into the New York City art scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, having previously released a self-titled EP. This album showcased their early experimentation with noise rock and avant-garde elements, setting the stage for their future evolution in alternative music.
Who is Confusion Is Sex for?
Confusion Is Sex works well if you're into wave-like dynamics of tension, unpredictable melodies to explore and haunting vocals for deep focus.
How many songs are on Confusion Is Sex?
Confusion Is Sex has 13 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (She's in a) Bad Mood Standout 5:36
- 2 Protect Me You 5:28
- 3 Freezer Burn / I Wanna Be Your Dog Standout 3:39
- 4 Shaking Hell 4:06
- 5 Inhuman 4:02
- 6 The World Looks Red 2:43
- 7 Confusion Is Next 3:28
- 8 Making the Nature Scene 3:01
- 9 Lee Is Free 3:37
- 10 Kill Yr. Idols Standout 2:51
- 11 Brother James 3:17
- 12 Early American 6:07
- 13 Shaking Hell (live) 3:15
Release Date
February 1, 1983
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
51 min 16 sec
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