{"title":"Melvins","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Melvins\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelvins formed in Montesano, Washington in 1983 around Buzz Osborne (King Buzzo). They are widely cited as one of the foundational influences on grunge - Buzz Osborne was close to Kurt Cobain and was a influence on Cobain's musical development. The band's distinctive heavy and slow approach to rock music influenced not only grunge but also subsequent sludge metal, doom metal, and broader heavy underground music. They have been prolific across their multi-decade career with over 30 studio albums. Houdini (1993) was produced in part by Kurt Cobain. They have rotated through numerous bassists, with Steven McDonald (of Redd Kross \/ OFF!) holding the role since 2015. They have also operated as Melvins Lite (with extensive collaborative configurations) and have released collaborative albums with Mike Patton (Faith No More), Jello Biafra (Dead Kennedys), and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSound and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelvins's sound is foundational to sludge metal as a recognized genre - combining sludge metal, noise rock, doom metal, hardcore punk, experimental rock, and stoner metal with Osborne's distinctive vocal delivery (combining sung and screamed approaches), Crover's foundational heavy drumming, extensive distorted guitar work, and arrangements drawing on Black Sabbath, hardcore punk, and broader 1970s heavy rock traditions alongside experimental influences. Their foundational influence on grunge, sludge metal, and broader heavy underground music is widely documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscography highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGluey Porch Treatments (1987, Alchemy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOzma (1989, Boner)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBullhead (1991, Boner)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoudini (1993, Atlantic) - co-produced by Kurt Cobain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStoner Witch (1994, Atlantic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonky (1997, Amphetamine Reptile)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Maggot (1999, Ipecac)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Senile Animal (2006, Ipecac)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinkus Abortion Technician (2018, Ipecac)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking with God (2021, Ipecac)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoner Records, Atlantic, and Ipecac Recordings pressings of the Melvins catalog are widely collected. Multiple anniversary editions, audiophile reissues, and the extensive Ipecac and Amphetamine Reptile reissue programs have been released.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners new to Melvins typically start with Houdini (1993) or Stoner Witch (1994). \u003cspan class=\"related-collections\"\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/metal-vinyl-records\"\u003eMetal\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/classic-rock-vinyl-records\"\u003eClassic Rock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"melvins-eggnog-green-vinyl","title":"Eggnog LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginally released as a 10-inch in 1991, Eggnog is a wild ride into the outer limits of Melvins-dom.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540763652279,"sku":"210000067974","price":19.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/eggn.jpg?v=1781154181"},{"product_id":"melvins-king-buzzo-vinyl","title":"King Buzzo LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the raw power of rock 'n' roll with the new LP from the legendary Melvins, 'King Buzzo.' 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