Waiting for the Punchline

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Waiting for the Punchline
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Studio album by
Extreme
ReleasedJanuary 19, 1995 (1995-01-19)
Recorded1994
GenreHard rock, funk rock, alternative metal
Length65.35
LabelA&M
ProducerNuno Bettencourt, Bob St. John
Extreme chronology
III Sides to Every Story
(1992) 		Waiting for the Punchline
(1995) 		Saudades de Rock
(2008)
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Allmusic2/5 stars [1]
The Daily VaultB− [2]
Entertainment WeeklyB− [3]
Q3/5 stars [4]

Waiting for the Punchline is Extreme's fourth album, which was released in 1995. It is known by fans as a distinctively raw sounding record—especially when compared to the big production of the two previous albums—with a significant influence from grunge, while still showcasing guitarist Nuno Bettencourt's talents. Due to its lyrics focused heavily on social matters (ranging from religion to fame) it is often cited as a concept album.[5] It is also the only Extreme record to feature drummer Mike Mangini (on 3 tracks). After the album's tour, the band subsequently disbanded in 1996 when Bettencourt informed Extreme that he was leaving the band to pursue a solo career. After the breakup, singer Gary Cherone also joined Van Halen in the same year as their new singer, but left three years later.

Track listing[]

All songs written by Gary Cherone & Nuno Bettencourt, except "There Is No God", "Tell Me Something I Don't Know" and "Naked" by Gary Cherone, Nuno Bettencourt & Pat Badger, and "Leave Me Alone" by Gary Cherone, Nuno Bettencourt & Mike Mangini.

  1. "There is No God" - 6:07
  2. "Cynical" - 4:41 *
  3. "Tell Me Something I Don't Know" - 6:25
  4. "Hip Today" - 4:42
  5. "Naked" - 5:46
  6. "Midnight Express" (Instrumental) - 3:58
  7. "Leave Me Alone" - 4:47
  8. "No Respect" - 3:51
  9. "Evilangelist" - 4:49
  10. "Shadow Boxing" - 4:34
  11. "Unconditionally" - 5:01
  12. "Fair-Weather Faith" - 4:49 **
  13. "Waiting for the Punchline" - 6:00 ***

* Listed as "Cynical Fuck" (official title) in the album liner notes only.

** Not included on US edition.

*** Hidden track. It follows after several seconds of silence.

Credits[]

Chart information[]

Year Album / Single Peak Chart Positions
Billboard 200 UK Albums Chart US Mainstream Rock US Modern Rock AUS
1995 Waiting For The Punchline 40 [6] - - - 51[7]
"Hip Today" - - 26 [8] - 99[9]

References[]

  1. ^ Waiting for the Punchline at AllMusic
  2. ^ Christopher Thelen (1998-08-15). "The Daily Vault Music Reviews : Waiting For The Punchline". The Daily Vault. Retrieved 2013-01-14.
  3. ^ Chuck Eddy (1995-01-27). "Waiting for the Punchline Review". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved 2011-08-26.
  4. ^ "Extreme - Waiting for the Punchline CD Album". CD Universe. Retrieved 2013-01-14.
  5. ^ "Extreme: | Daily Vault". dailyvault.com. Retrieved 2021-06-01.
  6. ^ "Extreme Album Chart History". Retrieved 2008-09-03.
  7. ^ Ryan, Gavin (2011). Australia's Music Charts 1988–2010. Mt. Martha, VIC, Australia: Moonlight Publishing.
  8. ^ "Extreme Singles Chart History". Retrieved 2008-09-03.
  9. ^ "The ARIA Australian Top 100 Singles Chart – Week Ending 12 Mar 1995". Imgur.com (original document published by ARIA). Retrieved 2017-02-09.
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