Bush Album Reviews
Bush’s catalogue is one of rock’s more fascinating arcs: a huge grunge-era breakthrough, a backlash-fuelled search for credibility, a polished late-’90s peak, and an unexpectedly strong second incarnation.
At their best, Bush balance rawness and melody far better than their detractors ever wanted to admit. See their complete discography below.
Studio Albums
1994
Sixteen Stone
Bush’s Sixteen Stone (1994) is a polarising debut with a monster hit-run — post-grunge punch, big hooks, and a few obvious weak cuts.
1996
Razorblade Suitcase
On Razorblade Suitcase (1996), Bush chase credibility with a harsher, moodier sound—effective at times, but less immediate than the debut.
1997
Deconstructed
Can Bush shake off those Nirvana comparisons with an album of electronica remixes? Err, no.
1999
The Science Of Things
Bush hit their stride on thrilling third album The Science Of Things (1999), while confirming that it is indeed “all over” for orangutans.
2001
Golden State
Bush’s Golden State (2001) blends big choruses, sleek radio-rock production and real weight into the most satisfying album of their career.
2011
The Sea Of Memories
Bush return in strong form on The Sea of Memories (2011), blending hard-hitting guitars, modern production and huge rock-radio choruses.
All Bush-Related Reviews & Stories
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Bush return in strong form on The Sea of Memories (2011), blending hard-hitting guitars, modern production and huge rock-radio choruses.
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Bush deliver the album of their career, but nobody was listening.
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Bush hit their stride on a thrilling third album, while confirming that it is indeed “all over” for orangutans.
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Can Bush shake off those Nirvana comparisons with an album of electronica remixes? Err, no.
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Bush chase credibility with a harsher, moodier sound—effective at times, but less immediate than the debut.
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Bush’s Sixteen Stone (1994) is a polarising debut with a monster hit-run — post-grunge punch, big hooks, and a few obvious weak cuts.
Whether you’re discovering Bush for the first time or revisiting your favourites, these reviews and stories trace the full arc — the grunge breakout, the electronic experimentation, the hiatus, and the eventual return to form.
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