Bush - Chemicals Between Us

Led by guitarist/vocalist Gavin Rossdale, Bush became the first post-Nirvana British band to hit it big in America. Of course, they became a hit by playing by the grunge rules — they had loud guitars, guttural vocals, stop-start rhythms, and extreme dynamics. Formed in late 1992 by Rossdale, Bush landed an American record deal before they had a British label. Sixteen Stone, their debut album produced by Clive Langer and Alan Winstanley (producers of early-'80s hits by Madness and Elvis Costello, among others), was released in late 1994 by Interscope Records. By the end of December, Bush's "Everything Zen" video had landed in MTV's Buzz Bin and the album began to take off; by spring of 1995, the record had gone gold, despite a stack of bad reviews. By that time, the band was successful enough in the U.S. to land a British record deal, although they weren't able to match their American success in the U.K.

Over the course of 1995, Sixteen Stone became a major hit in the U.S., with "Little Things" reaching number four on the modern rock charts in the spring; later that year "Comedown" and "Glycerine" both reached number one on the modern rock charts, as well as crossing over into the pop Top 40. Despite their success, Bush received scathing reviews from the press and many alternative rock insiders who believed the group was manufactured. To counter such charges, the band asked Steve Albini — notorious for his abrasive productions for not only Pixies, Nirvana, and PJ Harvey, but also countless indie bands — to helm its second album. The resulting album, Razorblade Suitcase, was released in time for the Christmas season of 1996. Razorblade Suitcase was greeted with mixed reviews that were nevertheless more positive than those surrounding Sixteen Stone, and the album entered the U.S. charts at number one, as well as made some headway in the U.K. However, by the spring of 1997, the album had stalled somewhat, producing only one major hit in "Swallowed," and reaching only double platinum status.

Deconstructed, a collection of electronic remixes, appeared in late 1997, and in the fall of 1999 Bush returned with The Science of Things. In late 2001, they went back to basics with the guitar-driven album Golden State. Although it didn't storm the charts like previous albums, fans still supported Bush, as was evidenced by their sold-out tour across North America. During this time, Helmet guitarist Chris Traynor was added as a touring member. Shifts within the band, however, took a sharp turn several months later when founding member Nigel Pulsford announced his departure in May. Pulsford, who had started a solo career as well as a new family, left without much drama and disapproval. Traynor stepped in to fill his shoes, but the tour would still be Bush's last, and they ultimately disbanded in 2002. Rossdale returned to music in 2004 with a new project, Institute, and issued a solo album in 2008.

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[chica476]

It's interesting to note that, in the wild, Gavin Rossdale actually sings this very song to attract a mate. True Story.

[Violet Deliriums]

i am not saying i hate this song or bush, but i think to understand the "hate" you would have to go back to the late 80s/early 90s and get a grasp of what underground "alternative" music was trying to do. a lot of alternative fans felt that newcomers to the genre after it went mainstream did not understand that the music was more than just a sound to make, but it actually expressed a certain value system that was an alternative to chauvinistic attitudes in white hetero male dominated rock.

[DreadfullMind]

how can your comment be so underated?

I agree with you .. it will take more time than 5 years but I hope that day comes.. I don't give a fuck if it sounds communistic.. I'm tired of the jungle that is capitalism.

[michael heafey]

religion is a fucking fairy tale

[AaronBank]

Sounds so communistic...I think that Karl Marx describe that situation in one of his works.You work maximum that you can and u get enough much that you need ..but no money as exchange tool...:)

[GlacierDrag00n]

Cool story bro.

[timekeeper2018]

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One thing is certain, the earth is approaching to a time when all evil is just a thing of the past. After 2018, all food will be available to all for free, land is for all, no more money, no more buying or selling activity nor barter, everyone is just helping for free and giving for free...no more drug addicts, drunkard, no threat to life...no aging, no death. clothes, shelter, etc. will be made by volunteers and be distributed freely for all.

w ww.timekeeper.me.ht

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[Kalishir]

Wait,...... Satan is EVIL ???? Noooooooo wayyyyy !

[GlacierDrag00n]

Cool story bro.

[Gregory Dennington]

One of my fav bush songs

[timekeeper2018]

Let me tell you about your Lord Satan the Devil "he inflicted the human race with death and suffering, when the True God sent Jesus Christ to restore humanity back into eternal life, Satan seduced Christ into worshiping him in an attempt to block the effort of God"

Your Lord Satan is the reason why you grow old and die, he is your killer and he does that thinking life could recover even without God, 6000 years later what comes out is a threat of mass extinction due to Environmental Destruction

[CatyPT]

this is na awesome song!! why did you brought up jb?? everybody knows that so shup up and enjoy the music