The Brian Jonestown Massacre's 1995 LP 'Methodrone' was a deliberately unpolished set of tunes that captured the band at their most raw. The album leans into blown-out amplifiers and a hazy production style.
- 'Methodrone' was released on August 25, 1995, by 'a' Records. The album's genre is described as psychedelic rock, indie rock, and alternative. It was released during the height of the mid-90s alternative rock boom.
- This record arrived amidst a period of significant lineup instability for the band, with Newcomble being the sole constant member. The sound here is a deliberate move away from the cleaner production of some of their earlier work, favoring a more lo-fi and chaotic aesthetic.
- The album showcases the band's signature blend of 60s psychedelic influences and 90s indie rock sensibilities. Its release predates the band's more widely known work from the late 90s and early 2000s.
The Brian Jonestown Massacre is an American psychedelic rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1990 by Anton Newcomble. They are known for their prolific output and eclectic sound. The band's 1995 album 'Methodrone' arrived during a period of intense creativity and lineup changes.
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