Released: 04/12/15
Released in 1990, Goo was Sonic Youth’s major-label debut on Geffen and marked a pivotal moment in alternative rock. Featuring iconic artwork by Raymond Pettibon, the album blends the band’s signature noise-rock aesthetic with more structured, melodic songwriting. Tracks like “Kool Thing” (featuring Public Enemy’s Chuck D) and “Dirty Boots” show a sharper, more accessible edge while retaining their experimental roots. Goo solidified Sonic Youth’s status as underground icons entering the mainstream without compromise.