Along with Prince and Husker Du,The Replacementsput Minneapolis on the rock map in the 1980s with their endearing imperfection. Among Americas greatest all-time alternative acts, the Mats rose from chaotic noise-makers to polished craftsmen, leaving a handful of masterpieces in their wake.

Rolling Stones1990 review ofAll Shook Downopened with the line, Americas best band is back where it belongs: the garage. Produced byScott LittandPaul Westerberg,All Shook Downstarted out as a Westerberg solo album, but was eventually released as theReplacementsseventh and final album to date. That fact also explains the albums many guest artists which includeJohn Cale,Benmont Tench,Terry ReidandJohnette Napolitano.

When it came time to tour in support of the record, drummerChris Marswas gone, leaving the band under strained circumstances. AsTommy Stinsonsaid at an appearance to promote the album: He decided to quit and we decided to help him quit. The Mats toured in support ofAll Shook DownwithSteve Foleyon drums. It would be their last before a 20 year hiatus.

Tracks

1. Merry Go Round
2. One Wink at a Time
3. Nobody
4. Bent Out of Shape
5. Sadly Beautiful
6. Someone Take the Wheel
7. When It Began
8. All Shook Down
9. Attitude
10. Happy Town
11. Torture
12. My Little Problem
13. The Last