Released on the 2009 compilation album Minotaur, "Allison" is a track by the influential American rock band Pixies. The song exemplifies the group's signature sound, blending jangly guitar riffs with driving rhythms and dynamic vocal performances that have defined alternative rock for decades. As part of this curated collection, the recording highlights the band's ability to shift intensity within a single track, a hallmark of their discography. The song stands as a testament to their enduring legacy in the genre, capturing the raw energy and melodic complexity that made them a cornerstone of 1980s and 1990s music.