They're just one of those bands that I don't understand the lasting appeal of (also see: MBV). Sure, they might have done something noteworthy 20 years ago, but countless bands have improved on their formula, and half their discography is garbage. Malkmus solo is pretty much shit, too, with a song here or there as an exception.
The best thing to come out of this band was PLANTMAN.
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