Badmotorfinger (Soundgarden)

Badmotorfinger
Soundgarden (1991)

Top Tracks: “Outshined”, “Rusty Cage”, “Jesus Christ Pose”

Look, I loved Nirvana as much as any decent Gen-X’er ever did, okay? But my personal favorite band that ever came from Seattle in that era was unquestionably Soundgarden. I had more of a rock and metal background in my blood, and listening to Badmotorfinger was a head banging adventure while also sounding innovative and thought-provoking. I loved them from the first sludgy moment of “Outshined” (May 2020).

Blood Sugar Sex Magik (Red Hot Chili Peppers)

Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Red Hot Chili Peppers (1991)

Top Tracks: “Under the Bridge”, “Suck My Kiss”, “Breaking the Girl”

What an amazing time for music it was in the early ’90s. So many different vibes to choose from. As an LA resident, RHCP was a big deal around here well before they became international superstars once “Under the Bridge” crossed into the public consciousness. This band was always lauded for their funky, upbeat tunes (and rightfully so), but I always had a preference for their darker stuff (May 2020).