Interstate 8

Modest Mouse

Interstate 8

RELEASED: August 06, 1996
TYPE: EP
Track Listing
1. Interstate 8 4:40 2. All Night Diner 4:46 3. Sleepwalking (Couples Only Dance Prom Night) 3:24 4. Tundra/Desert 5:24 5. Edit the Sad Parts 9:34 6. Beach Side Property (live) 8:28 7. Buttons to Push the Buttons (live) 2:25 8. Novocain Stain (live) 3:30 9. Broke (live) 2:57 10. Whenever You Breathe Out, I Breathe In (Positive Negative) (live) 4:23 11. Edit the Sad Parts (live) 7:00
Historical Archive
Interstate 8 is a compilation EP by the American rock band Modest Mouse, showcasing their early sound characterized by a blend of indie rock and lo-fi aesthetics. The album features raw, emotive lyrics and a distinctive use of guitar melodies, setting the stage for their later works. Released in 1996, it captures the band's exploration of themes such as isolation, travel, and the complexities of life, which resonate deeply with their growing fanbase. The EP has been praised for its authenticity and has maintained a lasting influence within the indie rock genre.