Husker Du - Zen Arcade
Band Name: Hüsker Dü. Umlauts. ‘Nough said The Verdict: Heavy Metal
Album Art: A hand-colored photograph?? WHAT! Honestly dudes, what were you thinking? This album seemingly defies the Grand Unifying Theory. But wait! It was made in the early ’80’s, they didn’t know any better! The Verdict: Saved by the Time Clause.
The Music: If you can get past the crappy production, there are some really fantastic songs on this album. My favorites include the mid-tempo Chartered Trips, and the 14-minute long freakout that is Reoccurring Dreams. This album is a good excuse to listen to what some people might call grunge without damaging your precious indie-cred, because hey, it’s Hüsker Dü. The Verdict: Good, although some songs are annoying.