CD Pixies – Trompe Le Monde
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| 1 | Trompe Le Monde | 1:48 |
| 2 | Planet Of Sound | 2:05 |
| 3 | Alec Eiffel | 2:50 |
| 4 | The Sad Punk | 3:00 |
| 5 | Head On | 2:14 |
| 6 | U-Mass | 3:01 |
| 7 | Palace Of The Brine | 1:34 |
| 8 | Letter To Memphis | 2:40 |
| 9 | Bird Dream Of The Olympus Mons | 2:48 |
| 10 | Space (I Believe In) | 4:19 |
| 11 | Subbacultcha | 2:10 |
| 12 | Distance Equals Rate Times Time | 1:20 |
| 13 | Lovely Day | 2:10 |
| 14 | Motorway To Roswell | 4:44 |
| 15 | The Navajo Know | 2:24 |
Pixies – Trompe Le Monde (1998 Reissue, 4AD)
Dive back into the raw, uncompromising energy of Trompe Le Monde. Originally released in 1991, this landmark album served as the final studio chapter for the Pixies before their 23-year hiatus, cementing their status as architects of the alternative rock sound.
Unlike their earlier, more eclectic efforts, Trompe Le Monde is characterized by a short, punchy, and aggressive intensity. It is a quintessential Pixies record, blending the band’s signature dynamic shifts—moving from melodic sensibilities to Black Francis’s iconic, searing screeches—with Joey Santiago’s unmistakable lead guitar work and a powerhouse rhythm section.
Key Highlights:
- Influential Alt-Rock: Features seminal tracks including "U-Mass" and their acclaimed cover of The Jesus and Mary Chain's "Head On."
- Quintessential Sound: A masterclass in "strong rhythm section + great lead guitar + iconic vocal delivery."
- Essential Reissue: This 1998 4AD CD reissue captures the band at the height of their unpredictable, high-octane form.
Whether you're a long-time superfan or discovering the foundations of 90s alternative rock, Trompe Le Monde remains an essential addition to any collection.
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