Chicago and the surrounding areas like Champaign-Urbana nurtured a big guitar rock sound found in the Smashing Pumpkins, Hum, Catherine, Veruca Salt, Fig Dish, and others. Originally called Mother for their debut, the band signed to a major label, changed their name to Menthol, and produced an album worthy of that group with 1995's self-titled release. But the band takes a different approach vocally, spitting big chunks of lyrics filled with a variety of references and twisted wordplay.
Songs In This Episode:
Intro - Dry Heaves (Of The Well-Adorned)
17:34 - Stress Is Best
20:35 - U.S.A. Capable
26:35 - Perfect Spirals
32:58 - Briefcase Full Of Cash
Outro - Francis Scott Key
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