Slint – Spiderland (1991)
The release of this incredible album by math-rock/post-rock group Slint was a sort of miracle in itself. Their second LP after 1989’s Steve Albini-helmed Tweez, Spiderland had hardly any promotion, allowing its its cryptic cover, featuring four young men swimming, to find its way to the shelves of indie fans across the world mainly by word of mouth. With brooding, fuzz-guitar driven timbres, and sharp, angular compositions, Spiderland is hands down one of the finest and most important records from the late 80s/early 90s post-rock boom.