Sonic Youth could be considered as one of the most influential bands to have emerged from the alt rock Seattle scene.
Hits Are For Squares is collection of songs from Sonic Youth’s career curated by a diverse group of artists, actors, directors and musicians whose own progressive and unconventional style is akin to the freestyle expression of Sonic Youths music.
The artisans handpicked by Sonic Youth include Catherine Keener, Beck, Mike D, Radiohead, Portia De Rossi, Diablo Cody, Allison Anders, Dave Eggers and Mike Watt, Eddie Vedder, Michelle Williams, Flea, Gus Van Sant, David Cross, Chloe Sevigny, and The Flaming Lips.
The album also includes track Slow Revolution written and recorded for the original release. Hits Are For Squares includes a wide range of songs spanning the majority of Sonic Youths recorded works showing the diverse impact and influence they continue to have on the arts community.
