Soundgarden - King Animal (LP)
- LP
- 1 piece(s)
- 2012
- 13 tracks
- 52 min
- grunge
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These records are flat discs, the vinyl is incredibly quiet, and the sound quality is absolutely fantastic. It's a no-brainer purchase that won't break the bank for such an amazing album. I'm curious, does anyone have insights into how they recorded this? It seems to me like they played together live in the studio to track the instruments, then perhaps added vocals and extra bits later? I think this might've been their approach for Down on the Upside too.
Can't believe I overlooked this lp. Amazing album. Grab it if you get the chance.
Audio is amazing, though disc one's got a noticeable warp. Doesn't affect gameplay or audio quality, but it's still a letdown.
After a fifteen-year gap between albums, it would've been effortless for a band to lose their direction, unity, and significance. Yet, Soundgarden have managed to preserve all these elements and have presented a treasure trove of outstanding tracks. The album showcases tight, heavy riffs and playful time signatures, with their pre-grunge, quasi-psychedelic touches making delightful appearances. C. Cornell's vocals are more grounded than ever, yet they still soar to heights not reached since the Bush Sr. era. K. Thayil's riffing, filled with pull-offs and hammer-ons, takes on a fresh context, with catchy, compact licks standing out throughout (harkening back to BadMotorFinger's finest moments). While we've heard heavier passages from the band before, there's a synergy here that's never been captured on previous releases or eras. The band is truly in sync, and it's easy to overlook M. Cameron's exquisite, technically astonishing drumming. This alone elevates the band to new heights. B. Shepherd once again navigates the space between rhythmic and melodic purposes, exploring the lower registers of his instrument more than ever (though his signature tenor-range riffing and runs return when needed). Consistency is where the band excels - there's a clear follow-through from start to finish, and we never feel like we're experimenting alongside them (unlike the tendency of Superunknown). Instead, it feels like they've given us their best, in the most polished way possible. What more could you ask for?
I'm really happy I chose this one. I typically steer clear of vinyl records that aren't from an original analogue source, but this one sounds fantastic. It's a gorgeous pressing.
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| 31 Jan 2026 | €33.10 | €34.30 |
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