Released in 2005, The Woods is Sleater-Kinneys boldest, loudest, and most uncompromising albuma ferocious blend of feminist punk energy and classic rock bombast. Produced by Dave Fridmann (The Flaming Lips, Mogwai), the album trades the trios razor-tight post-punk roots for raw distortion, expansive jams, and volcanic emotional power. From the blistering opener The Fox to the nearly 11-minute noise-rock epic Lets Call It Love, The Woods is a primal scream against conformity and complacency. Corin Tuckers searing vocals, Carrie Brownsteins jagged guitar work, and Janet Weisss powerhouse drumming reach a peak of intensity here. Its confrontational, cathartic, and unforgettable. Reviews An explosive, career-defining albumthis is Sleater-Kinney breaking every rule and loving it. Pitchfork The most feral, fearless rock record of the 2000sequal parts Led Zeppelin and riot grrrl. Rolling Stone A sonic detonationraw emotion meets massive sound. A high watermark for 21st-century rock. AllMusic Feminist fury wrapped in vintage rock muscleThe Woods is a stunning evolution. The Guardian An album that doesn't just ask for your attentionit demands it, kicks down the door, and sets the place on fire. NME "They bash Eighties nostalgia, tell a feminist fairy tale and even quiet down for a couple sensitive love songs needed breaks from music so intense you wonder how they can contain its explosiveness." [100 Best Albums of the 2000's] Rolling Stone "To survive these days, you have to be either suicidal or superficial. Sleater-Kinney, meanwhile, get by simply sounding fucking supersonic." [9.0 / 10] Stephen Deusner, Pitchfork
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Artist: Sleater-Kinney Label: Sub Pop Format: LP Units: 1 Country: US Genre: Pop & Rock Style: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock
A1 The Fox A2 Wilderness A3 What'S Mine Is Yours A4 Jumpers B1 Modern Girl B2 Entertain B3 Rollercoaster B4 Steep Air C1 Let'S Call It Love C2 Night Light
