A1: Good (2:34) A2: The Saddest Song (2:53) A3: Claire (3:30) A4: Have A Lucky Day (3:30) A5: You Speak My Language (3:26) A6: You Look Like Rain (3:40) B1: Do Not Go Quietly Unto Your Grave (3:19) B2: Lisa (0:51) B3: The Only One (2:44) B4: Test-Tube Baby / Shoot'm Down (3:10) B5: The Other Side (3:54) B6: I Know You (Part I) (2:17) B7: I Know You (Part II) (2:47)
Number of discs:
1
Description:
"Good (Green Vinyl)" is a special LP edition of Morphine's influential debut album, presented here on striking green vinyl and manufactured by Rhino. Originally released in the early 1990s, "Good" introduced the band's unmistakable blend of low-slung bass grooves, smoky saxophone lines and Mark Sandman's hypnotic, baritone vocals. Sparse, atmospheric arrangements and a laid-back, nocturnal mood run throughout the album, creating a unique sound world that feels both intimate and intense. This green-vinyl pressing not only appeals to collectors and audiophiles, but also underlines the album's cult status within alternative rock and jazz-inflected indie music.
Musically, "Good" is built around Morphine's unusual instrumentation: two-string slide bass, baritone saxophone and drums, with no guitar. The result is a warm, thick, almost subterranean sound that gives tracks a cinematic, late-night bar feel. The songs move between moody ballads, driving mid-tempo grooves and subtly bluesy sketches, always anchored by Sandman's cool, narrative vocal style and Dana Colley's expressive sax work. Even decades after its release, the album remains a reference point for listeners who seek adventurous, minimalist arrangements and a deep, analog-friendly sound that truly comes to life on vinyl.
Rhino, the manufacturer behind this edition, is renowned for its high-quality reissues and catalog work, especially in rock, soul and alternative music. The label has built a strong reputation among collectors for carefully curated releases, attention to detail and a clear focus on sound quality and packaging. With "Good (Green Vinyl)", Rhino continues this tradition by giving a landmark alternative album a premium analog treatment that is designed to satisfy both long-time fans and newcomers discovering Morphine for the first time.
Morphine themselves occupy a special place in music history. Formed in Boston, the band became known in the 1990s for their self-described "low rock" - a dark, groove-driven hybrid of rock, jazz and blues that stood apart from the dominant grunge sound of the era. Albums like "Good", "Cure for Pain" and later releases earned them a dedicated international following and critical acclaim for their originality and emotional depth. Mark Sandman's songwriting and the band's daring, guitar-less concept helped Morphine achieve cult status, and their work continues to influence artists who explore the borderlands between rock, jazz and experimental pop. This green-vinyl LP of "Good" captures the moment where that singular journey began, in a format that does justice to the band's warm, analog-leaning sound.
Alternative
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