Pixies (EU) Surfer Rosa Album Cover Alternative Rock Music Poster

The Pixies are an American alternative rock band formed in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1986. The original lineup consists of Black Francis (real name Charles Thompson IV) on vocals and rhythm guitar, Joey Santiago on lead guitar, Kim Deal on bass and backing vocals, and David Lovering on drums. The band is known for their dynamic "loud-quiet-loud" song structures and influential role in shaping the sound of 1990s alternative rock. "Surfer Rosa," released on March 21, 1988, is the debut full-length album by the Pixies, blending raw punk energy with unconventional song structures and surreal lyrics. Produced by Steve Albini, the album is renowned for its abrasive sound and has significantly influenced the alternative rock genre.