A Minneapolis noise rock band that blended punk, jazz, and performance art into something abrasively distinct.
For a quick sense of their sound, try 'Death' or 'Cabin Man'. Both capture that abrasive, boundary-pushing quality that made them stand out.
Cows never fit neatly into any scene, which is exactly why they mattered. Songs like 'Cabin Man' and 'Death' showed their willingness to push boundaries both musically and thematically. Their live shows became known for incorporating theater and performance art, often feeling confrontational rather than purely musical.
Cows formed in Minneapolis in 1989, with vocalist Shannon Selberg as the constant member through various lineup changes. They released albums like 'Daddy Has a Tail' in 1990 and 'Effete and Impotent' in 1993, building a cult following for their uncompromising approach. Over about two decades, they maintained a fluid lineup that included collaborators like bassist Scott Reeder and drummer Chris Reifert.
Keep it compact: a lyric you come back to, a live memory, or the part of the catalog you would point someone toward first.
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