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The Stone Roses

1989Madchester10 reviews

The Stone Roses' self-titled debut album, released on May 2, 1989, is a seminal work that fused elements of rock and dance music, laying the groundwork for the Britpop movement. Recorded with producer John Leckie, the album features tracks like "I Wanna Be Adored" and "She Bangs the Drums," which became anthems of the Madchester scene. Despite initial modest success, the album's influence has grown over time, earning it a place among the greatest British albums. Fun fact: The album's cover art, created by guitarist John Squire, was inspired by Jackson Pollock's style and references the May 1968 Paris riots.

Tracklist

1.I Wanna Be Adored

2.She Bangs the Drums

3.Elephant Stone (U.S. Only)

4.Waterfall

5.Don't Stop

6.Bye Bye Badman

7.Elizabeth My Dear

8.(Song for My) Sugar Spun Sister

9.Made of Stone

10.Shoot You Down

11.This Is the One

12.I Am the Resurrection

13.Fools Gold (U.S. Only)

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Such an impressive debut album but I wish they made more music

Easily one of the strongest debut albums and one of the best albums ever made, only ever so slightly hampered by the inclusion of the still good "Elizabeth My Dear" instead of another banger like "Where Angels Play" or "Standing Here". Love the US pressing with "Elephant Stone" and "Fools Gold" on it as well. Just awesome.