Exploring The Breeders: A Journey Through Their Top Tracks

Formed during the temporary pause of Pixies in 1989, Kim Deal, alongside Tanya Donnelly from Throwing Muses, gave birth to a new band named The Breeders. Although Pixies would disband just four years later, The Breeders swiftly stepped into the spotlight. They outshone Pixies' success with their hit 'Cannonball', reaching #2 on Billboard's Alternative Airplay and entering the Hot 100 as well. It marked a high point the band would never quite reach again, but their music journey continued to be rich and varied.

About Their Music

While the album Last Splash, which featured 'Cannonball', was a bit of an outlier, The Breeders have a diverse discography comprising five studio albums and three EPs. Each album showcases a unique sound flavor worth delving into, with the side project The Amps, equally deserving attention. To dive into The Breeders' world, here are five stand-out tracks across their albums that encapsulate their musical evolution.

Must-Listen Tracks from The Breeders

1. 'Glorious': The first track on their debut album Pod presents enigmatic lyrics and a signature style that caught Kurt Cobain's attention. Donnelly's guitar and Britt Walford's drums add a distinctive touch, but they both left after the EP Safari.

2. 'Cannonball': This is The Breeders' most recognized track, a perfect storm of Kim and Kelley Deal's vocals and guitars, Josephine Wiggs' memorable bass lines, and Jim MacPherson's steady drums. It's a song that's packed with distinctive sounds yet maintains a catchy core riff.

3. 'Too Alive': After a tumultuous period and significant lineup changes, The Breeders returned with Title TK in 2002. 'Too Alive' stands out as a no-frills reflection of that time, almost acting as a Kim Deal solo piece with its stripped-down sound.

4. 'Regalame Esta Noche': From their 2008 album Mountain Battles, this track exemplifies the band's range. Kim Deal surprises fans by crooning in this Spanish-language ballad, adding a new layer to The Breeders' musical tapestry.

5. 'Wait in the Car': The 2018 album All Nerve marked a return to the Last Splash lineup and a revisiting of their earlier sound. 'Wait in the Car' is an energetic track that harks back to the mid-90s alt-rock scene where The Breeders left a formidable mark.

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