
25 April 1988 · 39 YEARS
Hang Time
Soul Asylum
This record captures the band during a pivotal transition from the Twin/Tone label to the world of A&M. The result is a blend of scrappy independence and a more refined, professional studio sheen.
The music sits on the verge of a breakthrough, showing the tension of a group refining their sound for a larger audience. It captures a raw, punchy energy that moves past their hardcore roots toward the accessible songwriting that would follow.