Metal Circus marks a pivotal moment in Hüsker Dü’s career as their first release with SST Records, capturing the raw intensity and creativity that would define their sound. Recorded in late 1982 and early 1983, this EP finds the iconic trio exploring a new level of depth and urgency within the alternative rock scene. The record’s fierce energy and melodic innovation set the stage for Hüsker Dü’s influential role in shaping modern rock music.
Featuring standout tracks like "Real World" and "It’s Not Funny Anymore," Metal Circus distills Hüsker Dü’s punk roots while hinting at the melodic directions they would soon explore. The themes of anxiety, alienation, and introspection thread through the EP, offering both high-octane anthems and haunting storytelling. This release is a snapshot of a band truly coming alive, cementing their status as pioneers of the 1980s alternative landscape.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: SST Records
- Genre: Rock
- Release Date: 2008
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TRACKS
A1. Real World
A2. Deadly Skies
A3. It's Not Funny Anymore
A4. First Of The Last Calls
B1. Lifeline
B2. Diane
B3. Out On A Limb
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