The Pixies' debut mini-album introduced their revolutionary loud-quiet-loud dynamic that would influence alternative rock for decades. Released in 1987, these eight tracks showcase the band's fully-formed sound - Black Francis's cryptic yelps, Joey Santiago's surf-noise guitar, Kim Deal's melodic bass, and David Lovering's propulsive drums. Producer Gary Smith captures the band's raw energy while providing enough clarity to appreciate their unconventional song structures. From the opening scream of "Caribou" to the twisted romance of "The Holiday Song," every track demonstrates why the Pixies became alternative rock's most influential band. Essential listening for understanding 1990s rock's foundation and the template for countless indie bands.