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Superchunk - No Pocky for Kitty

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No Pocky for Kitty is the second studio album by the American indie rock band Superchunk, released in 1991 on their own Merge Records label. Founded by Mac McCaughan and Laura Ballance, the group was a central figure in the early 1990s American indie rock community. The album captures a high-energy, fast-paced sound characterized by distorted guitars and shouted vocal melodies. It was produced by Steve Albini, who helped capture the band's loud, aggressive live instrumentation.

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When did Superchunk release No Pocky for Kitty?

Superchunk released their second studio album, No Pocky for Kitty, in 1991. It arrived quickly on the heels of their self-titled debut, capturing the raw, fast-paced energy of the early 1990s indie punk scene.

What label released Superchunk's No Pocky for Kitty?

The album was released by Matador Records, a legendary independent label that was home to many pivotal alternative rock acts. The band's frontman, Mac McCaughan, also famously co-founded Merge Records around this time, which later became Superchunk's permanent home.

Who produced Superchunk's No Pocky for Kitty?

No Pocky for Kitty was produced by John Reis, who is best known as the guitarist and frontman for the influential punk rock band Rocket from the Crypt. His production helped push the band's sound into an even sharper, more aggressive territory.

What does the title No Pocky for Kitty mean?

The title is a playful reference to Pocky, the popular Japanese chocolate-covered biscuit snack. It reflects the quirky, offbeat sense of humor that often permeated the 90s indie rock scene alongside the serious musical angst.

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