album · May 15, 1987
Jane's Addiction
Triple X RecordsSee this day
alternativehard rockpsychedelic rock
Jane's Addiction's 1987 debut is a raw, unvarnished introduction to the band's unique sound, capturing their live energy and eclectic influences. It remains a foundational text in alternative rock.
- The album was recorded live at The Roxy in Los Angeles. It was produced by Eddie Gray and mixed by Dave Jerden. It sold over 50,000 copies in its initial release on Triple X Records, a significant number for an independent debut at the time.
- This release is notable for its inclusion of the fan favorite "Jane Says," which would later be re-recorded for their more commercially successful follow-up, Nothing's Shocking. The original version on this album is rawer and more immediate.
- Despite its initial independent release, the album laid the groundwork for the band's future success and helped define the emerging alternative rock scene of the late 1980s. It showcased Perry Farrell's distinctive vocal style and the band's experimental musical arrangements.
Jane's Addiction is an alternative rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1985. They are known for their unique blend of hard rock, psychedelic rock, and funk influences.
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