Screaming Trees emerged from the fertile musical ground of Ellensburg, Washington, in 1985, carving out a unique niche in the burgeoning grunge scene of the Pacific Northwest. Founded by vocalist Mark Lanegan, guitarist Gary Lee Conner, bassist Van Conner, and drummer Mark Pickerel (later replaced by Barrett Martin), the band combined psychedelic rock influences with heavy, gritty guitars, setting them apart from their contemporaries. Their early works, like "Clairvoyance" and "Even If and Especially When," showcased a raw, compelling sound that hinted at the band's vast potential.

By the early '90s, Screaming Trees had begun to gain significant attention, particularly with the release of "Sweet Oblivion" in 1992, which included hits like "Nearly Lost You," capturing the zeitgeist of the era and bringing the band its greatest commercial success. Despite internal conflicts and the struggles of navigating the changing music industry, the band continued to produce critically acclaimed work, such as "Dust" in 1996. However, by 2000, after the release of their final studio album, they decided to disband, leaving behind a legacy highlighted by their uniquely atmospheric take on rock and grunge. Post-breakup, the members have pursued various solo projects and collaborations, but the band briefly re-emerged in 2011 with "Last Words: The Final Recordings," a posthumous release that offered a glimpse into what remained of their unfulfilled potential.

Genres

Alternative Rock

Grunge

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Latest Release

Last Words: The Final Recordings

Screaming Trees

Album - 10 Tracks - Released August 2, 2011