''Pop Heiress'' is the third

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, released in 1994.

Recording

''Pop Heiress'' was produced by John Agnello over five weeks at NRG Studios and Kiva West Studios in North Hollywood and Encino, Calif., respectively. According to

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Critical reception

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'' wrote that "''Pop Heiress'' is the Kittens’ finest album, thanks to a combination of strong hooks, masterful production (by John Agnello) and the confidence that goes with such assets." ''

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'' stated: "From the delirious drama of 'Dive Into the Sea' to the T. Rexy shuffle of 'I Ride Free' to the punky attack of 'Sore on the Floor' and 'Burn You Down,' this is the Kittens' most consistent outing."

Track listing

#"Sore on the Floor" – 3:11 #"Loneliest China Place" – 3:22 #"Pop Heiress Dies" – 3:49 #"Closet Song" – 2:37 #"Dive Into the Sea" – 5:54 #"Burn You Down" – 2:31 #"I Ride Free" – 4:30 #"Silver Millionaire" – 2:54 #"Media Star Hymn" – 3:27 #"Soldier on My Shoulder" – 4:18 #"Justine Find Heaven" – 4:27 #"We're Like..." – 6:01

Personnel

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*Trent Bell -

* Matt Johnson - bass * Eric Harmon -

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References

External links

Heiress Dies" video
Chainsaw Kittens albums Albums produced by John Agnello {{1990s-rock-album-stub