Golden Feelings
Beck · 1993
42 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · soul
Lo-fi, eclectic soundscapes blend anti-folk wit with raw, unpolished emotion across Beck's early experimentation.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- quirky short tracks for variety wave-like pacing with surprises lo-fi charm with raw emotion
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Golden Feelings' was Beck's debut album, establishing him as a unique voice in the alternative music scene. At the time, he was a relatively unknown artist, having transitioned from performing in small venues to releasing a full-length record. This album laid the groundwork for his subsequent breakthrough with 'Mellow Gold' just a year later.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, soul
Golden Feelings is an album by Beck, released in 1993. Lo-fi, eclectic soundscapes blend anti-folk wit with raw, unpolished emotion across Beck's early experimentation. 'Golden Feelings' is significant for its lo-fi aesthetic and genre-blending that prefigured the rise of the alternative rock movement in the 1990s. While not commercially successful upon release, it gained critical acclaim and has been referenced as an influential work within indie and alternative circles, showcasing Beck's innovative approach to songwriting and production. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Golden Feelings sound like?
Lo-fi, eclectic soundscapes blend anti-folk wit with raw, unpolished emotion across Beck's early experimentation. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Golden Feelings by Beck notable?
'Golden Feelings' is significant for its lo-fi aesthetic and genre-blending that prefigured the rise of the alternative rock movement in the 1990s. While not commercially successful upon release, it gained critical acclaim and has been referenced as an influential work within indie and alternative circles, showcasing Beck's innovative approach to songwriting and production. Released in 1993, 'Golden Feelings' was Beck's debut album, establishing him as a unique voice in the alternative music scene. At the time, he was a relatively unknown artist, having transitioned from performing in small venues to releasing a full-length record. This album laid the groundwork for his subsequent breakthrough with 'Mellow Gold' just a year later.
Who is Golden Feelings for?
Golden Feelings works well if you're into quirky short tracks for variety, wave-like pacing with surprises and lo-fi charm with raw emotion.
How many songs are on Golden Feelings?
Golden Feelings has 17 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Fucked Up Blues Standout 2:11
- 2 Special People 1:42
- 3 Magic Stationwagon Standout 1:36
- 4 No Money No Honey 2:35
- 5 Trouble All My Days 2:07
- 6 Bad Energy 1:39
- 7 Schmoozer 2:38
- 8 Heartland Feeling Standout 7:11
- 9 Super Golden Black Sunchild 2:11
- 10 Soul Sucked Dry 1:49
- 11 Feelings 1:35
- 12 Gettin’ Home 4:14
- 13 Will I Be Ignored by the Lord? 1:59
- 14 Bogus Soul 1:15
- 15 Totally Confused 2:00
- 16 Mutherfuker 2:44
- 17 People Gettin’ Busy 3:08
Release Date
January 1, 1993
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 41 sec
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