i have to admit that when I picked up tickets to see Mudhoney at the Bowery Ballroom it was partly to see the band connected to the 1980’s Seattle music scene that gave us Nirvana, Soundgarden and Pearl Jam, among other acts, but the primary pull was to see them at one of my favorite venues, the Bowery Ballroom.

I had heard of the band but was unfamiliar with the music and did not know even one Mudhoney tune before the show. I was truly a blank slate for this show but I enjoy a new musical experience so I was raring to go. 

Mudhoney rocks. 

The lead singer/ guitarist Mark Arm exudes the best grunge while channeling John Lydon and Iggy Pop’s love child. The songs are intelligent, the band is tight, and the music is loud but clear.

I left the concert wondering how this band did not break out big but I am sure there is an interesting back story that explains that particular question.

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Rock on

GQ