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Pocket Full of Kryptonite

Spin Doctors
Rock 1991

Emerging from the early '90s alternative rock scene, this album blends a distinctive mix of jangle pop, bluesy rock, and funk-infused grooves. The sound is characterized by crisp guitar riffs and catchy hooks, underpinned by a rhythmic bass that drives the songs forward. The production is warm and inviting, capturing the raw energy of the band while allowing the intricate interplay between instruments to shine through. The vocals are both playful and earnest, delivering lyrics that range from whimsical to introspective. Key tracks like “Two Princes” effortlessly showcase the band’s knack for melody, combining a sing-along chorus with a funky beat that makes it instantly memorable. In contrast, “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong” features a more frenetic tempo, with its sharp guitar lines and spirited delivery creating an infectious energy that encapsulates the band's live performance ethos. This album reflects the cultural zeitgeist of the early '90s, where alternative rock began to gain mainstream traction alongside hip-hop and grunge. It stands out within its genre by incorporating a blend of styles that appeals to a diverse audience, bridging the gap between rock and pop sensibilities. The 20th Anniversary Edition offers a chance to revisit the nuances of the original recordings while providing additional insights through bonus tracks and remastered sound. This release invites both long-time fans and new listeners to experience the vibrant spirit of a band that encapsulated a moment in music history with authenticity and charm.

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“Spin Doctors Pocket Full of Kryptonite, I know Tim really likes this album too. Just really good early '90s, just like funk rock, kind of in a way similar to like Living Color, which I also like.”
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Tracklist

27 tracks · 130:06 · click to preview
Disc 1
1
Jimmy Olsen's Blues
4:38
2
What Time Is It?
4:50
3
Little Miss Can't Be Wrong
3:52
4
Forty or Fifty
4:23
5
Refrigerator Car
4:45
6
More Than She Knows
2:10
7
Two Princes
4:16
8
Off My Line
3:57
9
How Could You Want Him (When You Know You Can Have Me?)
4:59
10
Shinbone Alley / Hard to Exist
12:43
11
Hard to Exist (B-Side)
4:29
Disc 2
1
Jimmy Olsen's Blues (From "Can't Say No" Demo, 1989)
5:11
2
Can't Say No (From "Can't Say No" Demo, 1989)
2:18
3
Hard to Exist (From "Can't Say No" Demo, 1989)
4:28
4
At This Hour (From "Can't Say No" Demo, 1989)
5:36
5
40 or 50 (From "Can't Say No" Demo, 1989)
4:37
6
Big Fat Funky Booty (From "Can't Say No" Demo, 1989)
3:59
7
What Time Is It? (From "Piece of Glass" Demo, 1990)
4:06
8
How Could You Want Him (When You Know You Can Have Me?) [From "Piece of Glass" Demo, 1990]
5:42
9
Hungry Hamed's (From "Piece of Glass" Demo, 1990)
4:37
10
House (From "Piece of Glass" Demo, 1990)
4:17
11
Two Princes (From "Piece of Glass" Demo, 1990)
4:39
12
Refrigerator Car (From "Piece of Glass" Demo, 1990)
4:03
13
Rosetta Stone (From "Piece of Glass" Demo, 1990)
6:08
14
Freeway of the Plains (From "Piece of Glass" Demo, 1990)
5:46
15
Turn It Upside Down (Live at the Kingswood Music Theater, Toronto, ON, 07/19/93)
3:34
16
Little Miss Can't Be Wrong (Live Bootleg at the Continental Divide, New York, NY, 09/25/90)
5:50
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