Copper Blue is a big, warm wall of guitars—fuzzy but melodic, aggressive but always tuneful. Bob Mould took his Hüsker Dü instincts and polished them just enough to let the hooks shine without sanding off the emotional edge. Tracks like Helpless, If I Can’t Change Your Mind, and Hoover Dam blend power-pop with a grunge-era crunch, giving the album a kind of bittersweet energy that never feels forced. It’s one of those records where nearly every track delivers something memorable—whether it’s a killer riff, a clever lyric, or just that soaring sense of momentum. The sound is dense, sure, but it never gets muddy, and the melodies are strong enough to cut through the noise. It might not get talked about as much as other ‘90s alt-rock landmarks, but Copper Blue holds up remarkably well—equal parts catharsis and craftsmanship.