Methodrone, released in 1995, is a mesmerizing debut album that captures the essence of 1990s neo-psychedelia and shoegaze. Deeply influenced by bands like My Bloody Valentine and The Jesus and Mary Chain, the record blends dreamy guitar textures, hypnotic rhythms, and melancholic vocals to create a lush, immersive soundscape. Songs like “Wasted,” “That Girl Suicide,” and “Crushed” showcase Anton Newcombe’s ability to channel raw emotion through layers of distortion and reverb. Methodrone stands as a haunting, atmospheric journey that reflects both nostalgia and experimentation, cementing the band’s reputation as one of the most distinctive acts of the psych-rock revival.
Spacegirl and Other Favourites is a fascinating glimpse into the band’s early experimentation with sound and style. Released in 1995, the album captures the raw, psychedelic energy that would later define the group’s identity. Blending elements of shoegaze, garage rock, and 1960s-inspired psychedelia, it showcases Anton Newcombe’s ability to craft hazy, atmospheric tracks filled with reverb-drenched guitars and dreamy vocals. Spacegirl and Other Favourites stands as an important record in their discography—a chaotic yet charming exploration of spacey textures and underground rock aesthetics.
Take It From The Man!, released in 1996, is a raw and energetic album that captures the rebellious spirit of 1960s rock with a modern twist. Blending influences from The Rolling Stones, The Velvet Underground, and garage rock, the record delivers gritty guitar riffs, lo-fi production, and a sense of reckless freedom. Frontman Anton Newcombe leads the band through a mix of swaggering rock anthems and hypnotic jams, creating a sound that feels both nostalgic and revolutionary. The album’s attitude and authenticity helped define the band’s cult status and solidified its place in the American psych-rock revival of the 1990s.
All three albums — Methodrone, Spacegirl and Other Favorites and Take It From The Man! — are now available in limited editions through Levitation.
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