Ray Gun Suitcase

Pere Ubu

Ray Gun Suitcase

RELEASED: August 21, 1995
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Folly of Youth 4:54 2. Electricity 4:34 3. Beach Boys 4:01 4. Turquoise Fins 3:13 5. Vacuum in My Head 4:23 6. Memphis 4:07 7. Three Things 4:54 8. Horse 5:04 9. Don't Worry 3:13 10. Ray Gun Suitcase 3:51 11. Surfer Girl 2:16 12. Red Sky 5:27 13. Montana 6:03 14. My Friend Is a Stooge for the Media Priests 3:09 15. Down by the River II 3:54
Historical Archive
Ray Gun Suitcase is the fifth studio album by the avant-garde rock band Pere Ubu, released in 1995. The album showcases the band's distinctive sound, characterized by experimental structures and a blend of rock, punk, and electronic influences. It features a mix of aggressive guitar riffs, innovative soundscapes, and surreal lyrical themes, which are hallmarks of Pere Ubu's style. The album is noted for its exploration of themes related to technology and the human experience, often reflecting the band's commentary on contemporary society. Though it did not achieve significant commercial success, it has been appreciated by critics and fans for its artistic integrity and innovation within the alternative rock genre.