Why This CD Matters
America's Least Wanted became Ugly Kid Joe’s defining release, combining heavy riffs, funk-metal grooves, humor, and melodic hard rock into one of the era’s standout crossover albums. Featuring hits like “Everything About You” and the successful Harry Chapin cover “Cats In The Cradle,” the album captures the transition period between late-1980s hard rock and the alternative metal explosion of the early 1990s. Its mix of satire, aggressive guitars, and radio-ready hooks helped make it a staple of the MTV rock era.
Collector Note
Original 1992 US BMG club edition pressing on Stardog Records and Mercury Records. Early club editions from the peak alternative metal period remain collectible among fans of 1990s hard rock and funk-metal releases.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
CD: VG+ with light surface wear not affecting playback
Case: VG+ with normal shelf wear
Booklet: VG+ with minor handling wear
Technical Details
Format: CD, Album, Club Edition, BMG
Label: Stardog Records / Mercury – 314 512 784-2
Country: US
Released: 1992
Genre: Rock
Style: Alternative Rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Funk Metal
Matrix / Runout
Not specified
Tracklist
Neighbor – 4:46
Goddamn Devil – 4:54
Come Tomorrow – 4:55
Panhandlin' Prince – 5:42
Busy Bee – 4:10
Don't Go – 4:33
So Damn Cool – 4:26
Same Side – 4:50
Cats In The Cradle – 4:02
I'll Keep Tryin' – 4:49
Everything About You – 4:20
Madman ('92 Re-Mix) – 3:37
Mr. Recordman – 4:06
Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs
Shipped in protective CD bags
Cracked cases replaced before shipping
Packed securely for safe delivery
About Maple City Music
Maple City Music is a veteran-owned record store in Vermont focused on honest grading, fair pricing, and high-quality media. Every item is carefully inspected, cleaned, and prepared so it arrives exactly as described.
Why This CD Matters
America's Least Wanted became Ugly Kid Joe’s defining release, combining heavy riffs, funk-metal grooves, humor, and melodic hard rock into one of the era’s standout crossover albums. Featuring hits like “Everything About You” and the successful Harry Chapin cover “Cats In The Cradle,” the album captures the transition period between late-1980s hard rock and the alternative metal explosion of the early 1990s. Its mix of satire, aggressive guitars, and radio-ready hooks helped make it a staple of the MTV rock era.
Collector Note
Original 1992 US BMG club edition pressing on Stardog Records and Mercury Records. Early club editions from the peak alternative metal period remain collectible among fans of 1990s hard rock and funk-metal releases.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
CD: VG+ with light surface wear not affecting playback
Case: VG+ with normal shelf wear
Booklet: VG+ with minor handling wear
Technical Details
Format: CD, Album, Club Edition, BMG
Label: Stardog Records / Mercury – 314 512 784-2
Country: US
Released: 1992
Genre: Rock
Style: Alternative Rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Funk Metal
Matrix / Runout
Not specified
Tracklist
Neighbor – 4:46
Goddamn Devil – 4:54
Come Tomorrow – 4:55
Panhandlin' Prince – 5:42
Busy Bee – 4:10
Don't Go – 4:33
So Damn Cool – 4:26
Same Side – 4:50
Cats In The Cradle – 4:02
I'll Keep Tryin' – 4:49
Everything About You – 4:20
Madman ('92 Re-Mix) – 3:37
Mr. Recordman – 4:06
Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs
Shipped in protective CD bags
Cracked cases replaced before shipping
Packed securely for safe delivery
About Maple City Music
Maple City Music is a veteran-owned record store in Vermont focused on honest grading, fair pricing, and high-quality media. Every item is carefully inspected, cleaned, and prepared so it arrives exactly as described.
