Hospital (album) explained
Hospital is the debut studio album by the American musician Gary Young and his backing band Hospital, released in 1994.[2] [3] It was Young's first solo effort after being asked to leave the band Pavement.[4]
Background and recording
The album was recorded in Stockton, California, at Young's studio. "Geri" is about Young's wife.[5] A video was produced for "Plant Man".[5] Young promoted the album by playing on the 1995 Lollapalooza tour.[6]
Critical reception
AllMusic described it as "a roller coaster of chaotic and disjointed songs."
Track listing
All songs written by Gary Young, except "Wipe Out" by The Surfaris.
- Plant Man - 1:58
- 1st Impression - 0:54
- Mitchel - 1:00
- Foothill Blvd. - 1:00
- Real Call (No Video) - 1:18
- Warren - 2:38
- Hospital for the Chemically Insane - 0:30
- Birds in Traffic - 4:32
- Where Are You At - 1:27
- Ralph the Vegetarian Robot - 2:36
- Missing in Action - 3:32
- Wipe Out (The Surfaris) - 1:24
- 20th Day - 1:25
- Geri - 0:43
- Hooks of the Hiway - 5:57
- Where Are You At [unlisted] - 1:31
- Foothill Blvd. [Alt. version] [unlisted] - 4:20
Personnel
Gary Young's Hospital
- Gary Young – lead vocals, drums
- Zach Silver – vocals, guitar, violin
- Robin Vanderpool – guitar, synthesizers
- Eric Westphal – bass, vocals, piano
- Kelly Foley – vocals, guitar, keyboards
- Robbie Warren – guitar
Notes and References
- Web site: TrouserPress.com :: Pavement. www.trouserpress.com.
- Bonner . Michael . Silver surfer . Melody Maker . Apr 22, 1995 . 72 . 16 . 35.
- News: Happy Birthday To Mamaroneck's Gary 'Plantman' Young . Mamaroneck Daily Voice . May 3, 2016 . Neighbors.
- Web site: Hospital for the Criminally Insane. archives.stanforddaily.com.
- News: Sauro . Tony . NEW RECORDINGS – 'Malfunction' brings former Pavement drummer back to the studio . The Record . April 22, 2016 . Stockton . Features . 1.
- News: du Lac . J. Freedom . LOLLAPALOOZA FOUND ITS EDGE, BUT NOT IN THE USUAL PLACE . The Sacramento Bee . August 19, 1995 . G1.
