Only A Test
Screeching Weasel · Television City Dream [1998]
will i get locked up in the mental ward am i headed
for a straitjacket or am i just bored is it genetics
or is it me pulling my hair out wondering what does
a nervous breakdown look like sometimes these things
heal as you get old you know jimmy piersall doesn't
climb backstops anymore there's no more xanax valium
or beer and i'm just waiting to find out what does
a nercous breakdown look like
for a straitjacket or am i just bored is it genetics
or is it me pulling my hair out wondering what does
a nervous breakdown look like sometimes these things
heal as you get old you know jimmy piersall doesn't
climb backstops anymore there's no more xanax valium
or beer and i'm just waiting to find out what does
a nercous breakdown look like
Only A Test
Released on the 1998 album Television City Dream, "Only A Test" stands as a quintessential example of Screeching Weasel's signature post-punk energy. The track captures the band's raw, unpolished aesthetic, characterized by rapid-fire drumming and a frantic vocal delivery that defines the early-to-mid 1990s indie scene. As part of their discography during this era, the song reflects the group's commitment to high-octane noise rock and their ability to channel chaotic emotion into concise, memorable recordings. It remains a staple for fans of the genre, embodying the DIY spirit and aggressive sound that Screeching Weasel brought to the forefront of alternative music.