In March 1982, “Neutral” label released the debut, self-titled Sonic Youth EP. It was recorded December 1081-January 1982, at “Radio City Music Hall Studios” in New York City, and was produced by Thurston Moore, Kim Gordon, Lee Ranaldo and Richard Edson.

Personnel:

• Thurston Moore – vocals, guitar, bass guitar
• Kim Gordon – vocals, bass guitar, guitar
• Lee Ranaldo – vocals, guitar, power drill
• Richard Edson – drums
• Don Hunerberg – engineer

Track listing:

All music by Thurston Moore, Kim Gordon, Lee Ranaldo and Richard Edson.

1. The Burning Spear – lyrics Thurston Moore
2. I Dreamed a Dream – lyrics Richard Edson, Lee Ranaldo
3. She Is Not Alone – lyrics Thurston Moore
4. I Don’t Want to Push It – lyrics Kim Gordon
5. The Good and the Bad