08. "Cooking With Gas (Bonus Track - Released On Wood Goblins 12" & Loser 7")"
09. "Habit Necessity (Bonus Track - Released On Dope Guns N Fucking I.T.S. 7")"
10. "Damaged (Bonus Track - Released On Pussy Galore Split 7")"
Description:
Salt Lick (deluxe) by Tad, released 3 November 2016, includes the following tracks: "Wood Goblins", "Glue Machine", "Loser ", "Habit Necessity" and more.
This version of Salt Lick (deluxe) comes as a 1xCD. -
Released in gatefold sleeve.
Track lengths drawn by computer.
Bonus tracks "Habit Necessity" and "Damaged" recorded at Reciprocal Recording, Seattle, WA in January 1989 (info on sticker).
"Salt Lick - Deluxe Edition" on CD captures Tad's raw, unpolished power at a crucial moment in the evolution of heavy, guitar-driven rock from the American Northwest. Thick, down-tuned riffs, a bulldozing rhythm section and a gritty, feral vocal delivery define a sound that bridges sludgy heaviness with the emerging grunge movement of the late 1980s and early 1990s. This deluxe edition brings together key recordings from that era in a focused, high-impact package that highlights the band's ability to combine primal aggression with memorable, hook-laden songwriting. From slow, crushing grooves to faster, more punk-inflected attacks, the tracks build a dense, cathartic atmosphere that feels both visceral and strangely timeless, making this CD an essential document for anyone interested in the heavier side of alternative rock history.
Beyond the sheer sonic weight, the sequencing of the album emphasizes dynamics and tension, letting riffs, feedback and rhythmic shifts tell a story of frustration, defiance and dark humor. The production preserves the live-in-the-room feel: guitars roar with a gritty edge, drums hit with physical force, and the bass underpins everything with a rumbling, almost ominous presence. This is not a polished, radio-driven rock record, but a deliberately unvarnished statement that captures the intensity of Tad's early years, where every track feels like it was built for sweaty clubs and blown-out speakers. The deluxe edition format offers a cohesive listening experience that showcases how well these songs have aged in the context of heavy music.
Tad, formed in Seattle in the late 1980s, became one of the key heavy acts orbiting the early grunge scene. Known for their massive guitar tone, sardonic lyrics and imposing stage presence, they earned a reputation as a band's band--hugely influential among peers and dedicated fans of underground rock. While never achieving the mainstream breakthrough of some of their contemporaries, Tad were central to defining the sludgy, aggressive side of the Seattle sound and toured internationally, sharing stages and label space with some of the most important alternative rock bands of their generation. Their recordings from this period are frequently cited as foundational for later sludge, stoner and noise-rock bands, and "Salt Lick - Deluxe Edition" underlines why their legacy continues to resonate with listeners searching for heavier, more uncompromising music.
The CD is released by Sub Pop, the legendary independent label from Seattle that played a pivotal role in shaping alternative and grunge music. Sub Pop is known for discovering and nurturing influential guitar bands, giving them creative freedom while providing a strong visual and curatorial identity. Over the years, the label has built a catalog that maps the evolution of independent rock, from raw, underground noise to more diverse and experimental sounds, while keeping a firm grip on quality and authenticity. A Sub Pop release on CD typically stands for carefully curated music, distinctive artwork and a sense of belonging to a broader tradition of adventurous, left-of-center rock. With "Salt Lick - Deluxe Edition," Sub Pop once again underlines its commitment to preserving key chapters of alternative music history and making them accessible in a durable, listener-friendly physical format.
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