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  • Release Date: 12/15/2007
  • Original Release: 1996
  • Sales Rank: 170,201
  • Label: UNIVERSAL JAPAN
  • UPC: 4988005374271

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Pinkerton

1LISTENTired of Sex 3:01
2LISTENGetchoo 2:52
3LISTENNo Other One 3:01
4LISTENWhy Bother? 2:08
5LISTENAcross the Sea 4:32
6LISTENThe Good Life 4:17
7LISTENEl Scorcho 4:03
8LISTENPink Triangle 3:58
9LISTENFalling for You 3:47
10LISTENButterfly 2:53

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From the pounding, primal assault of the opening track, "Tired of Sex," it's clear from the outset that Pinkerton is a different record than the sunny, heavy guitar pop of Weezer's eponymous debut. The first noticeable difference is the darker, messier sound -- the guitars rage and squeal, the beats are brutal and visceral, the vocals are mixed to the front, filled with overlapping, off-the-cuff backing vocals. In short, it sounds like the work of a live band, which makes it all the more ironic that Pinkerton, at its core, is a singer/songwriter record, representing Rivers Cuomo's bid for respectability. Since he hasn't changed Weezer's blend of power pop and heavy metal (only the closing song, "Butterfly," is performed acoustically), many critics and much of the band's casual fans didn't notice Cuomo's significant growth as a songwriter. Loosely structured as a concept album based on Madame Butterfly, each song works as an individual entity, driven by powerful, melodic hooks, a self-deprecating sense of humor ("Pink Triangle" is about a crush on a lesbian), and a touching vulnerability ("Across the Sea," "Why Bother?"). Weezer can still turn out catchy, offbeat singles -- "The Good Life" has a chorus that is more memorable than "Buddy Holly," "El Scorcho" twists Pavement's junk-culture references in on itself, "Falling for You" is the most propulsive thing they've yet recorded -- but the band's endearing geekiness isn't as cutesy as before, which means the album wasn't as successful on the charts. But it's the better album, full of crunching power pop with a surprisingly strong emotional undercurrent that becomes all the more resonant with each play. Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide

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Overlooked Weezerby Pink_Cuppah

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March 17, 2009: I have been a fan of Weezer for ages and recently picked up this work. Although it differs from their debut, it is still attractive, and quite deep. I believe that true Weezer fans will appreciate Pinkerton, however those who are just fans of the singles may not be satisfied. Overall I believe that this is worthy of note, and quite essential to any 90s Alternative Rock collection.

This review was written about the CD edition.

I Also Recommend: Weezer (2001), Weezer (Blue Album), Greatest Hits, Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, Siamese Dream.

Still Underrated, A 90's Cult Classicby Anonymous

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September 30, 2008: This truly is a five star record and Weezer's finest hour, or half-hour if you will. As much as I respect the highly accesible and sentimental blue album, as well as the unfinished ambition of Songs From The Black Hole, I find it hard to believe that some still don't see why Pinkerton is a nearly perfect record. One could call it Rivers' '90s take on Pet Sounds, but certainly not because of the production. I say it resembles Pavement in terms of guitar sound, but that's a very vague notion that may make indie snobs squeamish. This more resembles that '60s landmark for the straightforward melodies, unlike Pavement's quirks, and the pinch of vocal harmonies. In addition, this is clearly a singer-songwriter record, and Rivers obviously really put himself out there with this material. Though parts lyrically can at first seem tongue-in-cheek, by the end of the record you are overcome with an emotion only true heartbreak records can bring you. It gives you a feeling no other Weezer record can, period. If you are new to the band, check out the blue album first as a taster, but don't forger to grab this soon after. Naysayers just don't get it and this truly is a lost '90s classic to hear for yourself.

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