Extreme - Waiting for the Punchline (1995)

Extreme - Waiting for the Punchline (1995)

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Extreme - Waiting for the Punchline

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"There is No God" - 6:07

"Cynical" - 4:41

"Tell Me Something I Don't Know" - 6:25

"Hip Today" - 4:42

"Naked" - 5:46

"Midnight Express" (Instrumental) - 3:58

"Leave Me Alone" - 4:47

"No Respect" - 3:51

"Evilangelist" - 4:49

"Shadow Boxing" - 4:34

"Unconditionally" - 5:01

"Fair-Weather Faith" - 4:49

"Waiting for the Punchline" - 6:00

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

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

Credits Extreme Band Members / Musicians

Gary Cherone - lead vocals

Nuno Bettencourt - guitars, keyboards, vocals

Pat Badger - bass guitar, backing vocals

Paul Geary - drums

Mike Mangini - drums on "Hip Today", "Leave Me Alone" and "No Respect"

Waiting for the Punchline is Extreme's 4th 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. 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.