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Back in ’94 to ’96, CDs were still new and crazy expensive to duplicate. So, we stuck with the good old cassette tapes – easy on the pocket, easy to copy with our boom boxes. Sure, the sound probably wasn’t top-notch, and honestly, we weren’t fussing over it much. We were just stoked to get our stuff out there.
Hey Buffy – 1994
The evening before the recording, a band shake-up happened, the two guitarists quit, and it seemed like there was no future. Still, the remaining members chose to stick with the recording date and record whatever they could to capture the five songs they had created together. With a mix of uncertainty and determination, they entered the studio.
What was recorded likely differs from the original, but it bears the raw essence of their musical journey and the determination to preserve their sound.
Released November 10, 1994
Not much longer after this, we would regroup as a four-piece and start playing shows.
Day In
Funny Bunny
Sticky Glove
Mr. D’s
Parade
I Don’t Know – 1995
We revisited Dave Reinders’ studio at the warehouse to record a fresh batch of songs, and this time, our preparation was notably improved.
Diverging from the pop-oriented sound of “Hey Buffy,” these new songs exhibited a darker and richer tone.
One notable example from ‘I Don’t Know,’ is where our musical direction took a somewhat moodier turn. These recordings feature double-tracked guitars, subtly enhanced with chorus effects, and occasionally tuned down to dropped D.
During rehearsals, Eric would often propose ideas like, “Let’s aim for a Helmet vibe,” which sparked the creation of “Bitter.” Similarly, when he suggested crafting a piece inspired by Primus, “Oh Well” came to life. Surprisingly, despite these influences, the songs ended up taking on their own distinct character.
This phase marked a pivotal moment in Norm’s evolution as a band, demonstrating a newfound willingness to explore diverse musical avenues and push creative boundaries in songwriting.
Trolley Horse
Bitter
Tums
I Don’t Know
Domino
Love Jam
Oh Well
