You'd Prefer an Astronaut
Hum · 1995
45 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal · space rock
A cosmic blend of heavy guitars and ethereal melodies that transport listeners through an expansive soundscape.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'You'd Prefer an Astronaut' marked Hum's second album, following their debut 'Fillet Show' from 1993. At this point in their career, they were establishing their signature sound that fused alternative rock with space rock elements, gaining traction within the burgeoning alternative music scene of the mid-'90s.
- If you like
- alternative rock, alternative metal, space rock
You'd Prefer an Astronaut is an album by Hum, released in 1995. A cosmic blend of heavy guitars and ethereal melodies that transport listeners through an expansive soundscape. This album is significant for its influence on the early post-rock genre and features the hit single 'Stars,' which charted on Billboard's Modern Rock Tracks. Its critical reception helped solidify Hum's place in the alternative rock landscape and inspired a generation of bands exploring similar sonic territories. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does You'd Prefer an Astronaut sound like?
A cosmic blend of heavy guitars and ethereal melodies that transport listeners through an expansive soundscape. Rooted in alternative rock and alternative metal.
What makes You'd Prefer an Astronaut by Hum notable?
This album is significant for its influence on the early post-rock genre and features the hit single 'Stars,' which charted on Billboard's Modern Rock Tracks. Its critical reception helped solidify Hum's place in the alternative rock landscape and inspired a generation of bands exploring similar sonic territories. Released in 1995, 'You'd Prefer an Astronaut' marked Hum's second album, following their debut 'Fillet Show' from 1993. At this point in their career, they were establishing their signature sound that fused alternative rock with space rock elements, gaining traction within the burgeoning alternative music scene of the mid-'90s.
Who is You'd Prefer an Astronaut for?
You'd Prefer an Astronaut works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on You'd Prefer an Astronaut?
You'd Prefer an Astronaut has 9 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Little Dipper 4:43
- 2 The Pod Standout 4:37
- 3 Stars Standout 5:09
- 4 Suicide Machine Standout 5:57
- 5 The Very Old Man 2:44
- 6 Why I Like the Robins 4:58
- 7 I’d Like Your Hair Long 5:25
- 8 I Hate It Too 5:58
- 9 Songs of Farewell and Departure 6:16
Release Date
January 1, 1995
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
45 min 51 sec
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