The Replacements, an alternative Rock band from the late ’70s, early ’80s created enduring albums that are as relevant today as the day they were released. Back then, the band’s issues came via Twin/Tone Records, a label that originated in Minneapolis, MN, and that released albums by Ween, Soul Asylum, The Jayhawks, and others.
The Replacements included Paul Westerberg, who, along with fellow guitarist, Bob Stinson, Bob’s younger brother, Tommy Stinson, and drummer, Chris. Their fast, frenetic, punk-styled form was easily recognized as being influenced by The Ramones, The Clash, and other great bands of the time.
Over time, The Replacements released seven studio albums, three of them on the Twin/Tone Records label, and the remaining four on Sire Records (naturally!). Those great albums include Sorry Ma, Forgot To Take Out The Trash (1981), Hootenanny (1983), Let It Be (1984), Tim (1985), Pleased To Meet Me (1987), Don’t Tell A Soul (1989), and All Shook Down (1990).
Each successive album evolved the band to greater levels of music, a fact not lost on Replacements fans. It’s how the band’s legacy has endured throughout these years. In fact, just the first three Twin/Tone albums were amazing transformations from each other. Once the band signed to Seymour Stein’s important Sire Records, their music has taken the next step.
On April 14, Rhino Records will release an 8CD series Box, The Complete Studio Albums (1981-1990). all released albums by The Replacements during the time frame from 1981 through 1990 will be in this collection. The 8-track EP by The Replacements, Stink, will be included in this set. It was released by Twin/Tone Records.
I will update this post should more information release.
Not vinyl? Weird!