In a move that’s set to thrill vinyl enthusiasts and ’90s music aficionados alike, Record Store Day has announced a double-LP vinyl reissue of the iconic “Spawn: The Album.” This announcement is part of the exclusive titles list for Record Store Day 2024, and it’s an offering that promises to bring back a wave of nostalgia for those who remember the groundbreaking collaborations that defined the late ’90s music scene.
“Spawn: The Album” originally served as the soundtrack for the 1997 film adaptation of the Image comic series “Spawn.” What set this soundtrack apart was its visionary pairing of electronica artists with alt-rock and nu-metal bands, creating a fusion of sounds that was ahead of its time. The album featured an array of collaborations between giants of the music world, including Orbital & Kirk Hammett, Korn & The Dust Brothers, and Prodigy & Tom Morello, to name a few. These partnerships mirrored the eclectic and experimental spirit of the ’90s, much like the earlier “Judgement Night” soundtrack, which saw rappers and alt-rock bands coming together in unprecedented ways.
One of the standout tracks from “Spawn: The Album” was “(Can’t You) Trip Like I Do,” a collaboration between Filter and The Crystal Method, which became a hit on both Modern Rock and Active Rock charts. This track, among others, showcased the innovative approach to blending genres that the album represented.
The reissue of “Spawn: The Album” on vinyl is not just a celebration of these musical experiments but also a tribute to the era that embraced them. Pressed on smoky red vinyl, the reissue is a tangible piece of music history that fans old and new can appreciate. While the Record Store Day page has yet to reveal the cover art for the reissue, the anticipation is building among fans eager to own a piece of ’90s music lore.
Debuting at #7 on the Billboard Album Chart and eventually going gold, “Spawn: The Album” has maintained a cult following over the years. Its reissue is a testament to its enduring appeal and the timeless quality of the collaborations it encapsulated. As Record Store Day 2024 approaches, vinyl collectors and ’90s music enthusiasts are poised to celebrate the return of an album that captured the spirit of an era defined by its bold musical explorations.
Spawn: The Album
“(Can’t You) Trip Like I Do” – The Crystal Method & Filter – 4:30
“The Long Hard Road Out Of Hell” – Marilyn Manson & Sneaker Pimps – 4:23
“Satan” – Orbital with Kirk Hammett – 3:45
“Kick The P.A.” – Korn & The Dust Brothers – 3:23
“Tiny Rubberband” – Butthole Surfers & Moby – 4:14
“For Whom the Bell Tolls (The Irony of it All)” – Metallica & DJ Spooky – 4:41
“Torn Apart” – Stabbing Westward & Josh Wink – 4:55
“Skin Up Pin Up” – Mansun & 808 State – 5:30
“One Man Army” – The Prodigy & Tom Morello – 4:15
“Spawn” – Silverchair & Vitro – 4:30
“T-4 Strain” – Henry Rollins & Goldie – 5:20
“Familiar” – Incubus & DJ Greyboy – 3:23
“No Remorse (I Wanna Die)” – Slayer & Atari Teenage Riot – 4:17
“A Plane Scraped Its Belly On A Sooty Yellow Moon” – Soul Coughing & Roni Size – 5:30
“This Is Not A Dream (The UK “Mix”)” – Morphine & Apollo 440 – 5:20
