Frankie Welfare Boy Age Five marks Braid's explosive full-length debut, showcasing the band's dynamic fusion of aggressive, hardcore-influenced rhythms and melodic emo sensibilities. First released in 1995, this album helped define the Midwest indie rock sound while introducing Braid to a national audience that would grow with each subsequent release.
This 2010 reissue on Polyvinyl highlights Braid's ability to balance intensity with memorable hooks, featuring standout moments that continue to resonate decades later. Loved for its raw energy and emotive songwriting, Frankie Welfare Boy Age Five stands as a cornerstone of '90s emo and is a testament to Braid's enduring influence in the genre.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Polyvinyl Record Company
- Genre: Rock
- Release Date: 04/13/2010
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TRACKS
A1. Angel Falls
A2. Capricorn
A3. Minuet
A4. New Dollar Building
A5. Wax Wings
A6. Garner Hall Music Room
B1. Hugs From Boys
B2. Three Point Turn
B3. Eeyore And Easel
B4. Red Dye Company
B5. Summer Salt
B6. X Marks The Hope Box
C1. Brass Knuckle Sandwich
C2. Dolores
C3. Under The Influence Of Tricycle Mechanics
C4. Featherweight
C5. Ornamental
C6. Kissy Windmill Print
D1. Jane Describes John
D2. Quarters
D3. Interstate 57
D4. Yawn London
D5. Vest Of Interest
D6. Pipsqueak
D7. Zero Frisco
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