Even If And Especially When

Released in 1987, Even If and Especially When finds the Screaming Trees refining their blend of psychedelic rock, garage grit, and proto-grunge heaviness. Mark Lanegan’s dark, expressive vocals weave through swirling guitars and dynamic rhythms, creating a sound both haunting and propulsive. The album balances raw intensity with melodic sophistication, hinting at the band’s full potential while solidifying their place in the Pacific Northwest underground. Even If and Especially When is a pivotal chapter in the Trees’ evolution—brooding, adventurous, and unmistakably their own.