Shrinking the Blob is the debut studio album by American rock band Oleander. It was released independently on July 29, 1997, through Fine Records. Several tracks would be re-recorded and released on the band's next album and major label debut, February Son (1999), including the hit single "Why I'm Here." The song "Jimmy Shaker Day" was also included on the 2001 follow-up Unwind.
Overview After releasing an eponymous EP 1996, Oleander developed a full-length album, Shrinking the Blob, the following year. This included songs from their EP release as well as some future hit singles.
Oleander gave the album to a friend who worked at 98-Rock KRXQ and had it passed on to program director Curtiss Johnson. Their efforts gained radio exposure for two songs from Shrinking the Blob, "Down When I'm Loaded" and "Stupid." The former gradually became a regional hit, and after opening for Sugar Ray, Oleander was approached by a representative of Republic Records. This paved way for a deal with Universal and the re-recording of their 1997 studio album.Galipault, Gerry OLEANDER FINDS AN ALLY IN ROCK RADIO PauseandPlay.com (May 9, 1999). Retrieved on 5-12-09.Stone, Adrianne Oleander Toy With Love, Agression [sic], Melody Rolling Stone (February 24, 1999). Retrieved on 5-12-09.
Track listing
Personnel Thomas Flowers – vocals, guitar Doug Eldridge – bass guitar Ric Ivanisevich – guitar Fred Nelson Jr. – drums
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