Goo - Deluxe Edition (1990)

"Any doubts as to the continuing relevance of Sonic Youth upon their jump to major-label status were quickly laid to rest by this follow-up to the monumental "Daydream Nation". While paling in the shadow of its predecessor, "Goo" is, if anything, a portrait of Sonic Youth at their most self-indulgently noisy and contentious, covering topics ranging from Karen Carpenter ("Tunic") to UFOs ("Disappearer") to dating Jesus' mom ("Mary-Christ"). Even Public Enemy's Chuck D joins the fracas on the single "Kool Thing,". This deluxe edition features remastered sound and lots of bonus material: outtakes, B-sides, rehearsals, and demos produced by J Mascis and Don Fleming. These demos, in particular, are worthwhile. Previously available as the fan club CD "Blow Job", these versions are very raw and heavy on noise, often concluding in chaotic feedback jams. Taken as a whole, they showcase the album in a different light, one that hardcore fans may prefer." (Jason Ankeny, Allmusic)