On this day April 19, 1989, Screaming Trees released their fourth studio album Buzz Factory. Known for their gritty mix of psychedelic rock, punk, and early grunge, the band pushed their sound further with this release, which would be their last on the independent label SST Records before moving to a major label.
Buzz Factory captured the raw energy of the band’s early years while hinting at the more refined direction they would take in the 90s. With Mark Lanegan’s deep, soulful vocals and swirling guitar work from Gary Lee Conner, the album became a favorite in the underground scene and helped solidify their role as pioneers of the Seattle sound. While it didn’t chart, Buzz Factory has since gained cult status among fans of alternative and grunge music for its intense emotion and garage band roots.
Fun fact: The album title came from the band's nickname for their rehearsal space, which was located next to a power station that constantly buzzed.
Trivia question: What 1989 album by Screaming Trees was their last indie release before signing to a major label?
Buzz Factory captured the raw energy of the band’s early years while hinting at the more refined direction they would take in the 90s. With Mark Lanegan’s deep, soulful vocals and swirling guitar work from Gary Lee Conner, the album became a favorite in the underground scene and helped solidify their role as pioneers of the Seattle sound. While it didn’t chart, Buzz Factory has since gained cult status among fans of alternative and grunge music for its intense emotion and garage band roots.
Fun fact: The album title came from the band's nickname for their rehearsal space, which was located next to a power station that constantly buzzed.
Trivia question: What 1989 album by Screaming Trees was their last indie release before signing to a major label?
