The Buck Pets - Libertine

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Review by Carlo Rizzante

Libertine by The Buck Pets: A Raw, Underrated Gem from 1990 Alright, let’s talk about Libertine, the debut album by The Buck Pets. Released in 1990 under Island Records, this slice of alternative rock feels like a time capsule buried somewhere between grunge's rise and the tail-end of '80s excess. It’s not perfect, but man, it’s got character—and that’s what makes it stick. First off, kudos to producer Michael Beinhorn (yeah, the guy behind Soundgarden and Red Hot Chili Peppers). He brought some serious weight to the table here, teaming up with The Dust Brothers for arrangements that feel layered without being overcooked. And shoutout to engineer Ron Champagne and mixer David Bianco—these dudes made sure every guitar riff and drumbeat had its own space to breathe. Now, onto the tracks. You’ve got five versions of "Libertine," which might sound excessive at first glance, but hear me out. The Album Version is where it all clicks. Chris Savage, Ian Beach, Andy Thompson, and Tony Alba come together like a garage band with something to prove. There’s an urgency in the vocals, raw and unpolished, while the guitars swagger with just enough grit to keep things interesting. This isn’t your polished, radio-friendly alt-rock—it’s messy, alive, and real. And then there’s the Extended Dance Mix, which honestly shouldn’t work as well as it does. I mean, who expects a dance remix on a rock record? But somehow, they pull it off. It stretches the song into new territory, adding synths and beats that give it this weirdly hypnotic vibe. If you’re into late-night drives or zoning out with headphones, this one’ll grab you. What really stands out about Libertine is how unpredictable it feels. These guys weren’t chasing trends—they were carving their own path. Sure, the album leans heavily on reworking the same track, but each version adds a fresh twist, almost like they couldn’t decide which angle was best. Maybe that’s why it flew under the radar back in the day. Or maybe people just didn’t know what to do with a band mixing rock attitude with electronic experimentation before it became cool. Reflecting on this now, it’s kinda wild how ahead of its time Libertine feels. Listening to it today, you can hear echoes of bands that came later—bands that got way more credit. So if you’re digging through bins at a used record store or scrolling Spotify for hidden gems, don’t sleep on The Buck Pets. They may not have changed the world, but damn if they didn’t leave a little dent worth noticing. Oh, and fun fact? Libertine means someone who’s free-spirited and unconventional. Fitting title, huh? Almost like the album itself decided to live up to its name.

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Artist: The Buck Pets
Album: Libertine
Rating: 4.0

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Download

Filename: the-buck-pets-libertine.zip
  • MP3 size: 29 mb
  • FLAC size: 267 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Libertine (Extended Dance Mix)5:30
Libertine (Album Version)3:18
Libertine (Instrumental)3:23
Libertine (Radio)3:23
Libertine3:18

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Catalog Numbers

PR12 6655-1

Labels

Island Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • Promo

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)Island Records Inc.

Credits

RoleCredit
Mixed ByThe Dust Brothers (tracks: A1, B1, B3)
ProducerThe Dust Brothers
Arranged ByThe Dust Brothers
Written-BySavage, Beach, Alba
EngineerRon Champagne
PerformerAndy Thompson , Chris Savage, Ian Beach, Tony Alba

About The Buck Pets

The Buck Pets were an American alternative rock band formed in the late 1980s in Dallas, Texas.

Name Vars

  • Buck Pets
  • The Buckpets

Aliases

  • S.T.A.B.

Members

  • Chris Savage
  • Ian Beach
  • Tony Alba
  • Andy Thompson
  • Ricky Pearson

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The Buck Pets' album *Libertine*, released in 1990, wasn’t just another rock record. It had some serious creative muscle behind it. The Dust Brothers, known for their groundbreaking work with artists like Beastie Boys and Beck, helped arrange the tracks. And get this—Michael Beinhorn, the producer, also worked on iconic albums like *Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness* by Smashing Pumpkins. So, it’s no surprise the album came packed with five different versions of the track "Libertine," including an extended dance mix. Pretty wild, right?

Comments

roteerbse
2025-03-15
otherwise it would sound like soul asylum
akpawar651
2025-03-14
Would of been better without the ridiculous horns!
samiev2018
2025-03-14
the horns are the shit?