July 31st, 2025 - Jogging Like Republica's Nineties

 

Hello and happy Thursday rockers and hop lovers!  The Meista here this today slipping back into my mid-20s with a pairing of the self-titled, debut album (29 years old yesterday!) by '90s alternative rock band Republica and a delicious, juicy, and hoppy Jogging Like My Ninties Hazy IPA from the fine folks at Revision Brewing Company!  

Album Info:

• Artist: Republica
• Title: "Republica"
• Recorded: 1994 through 1995 at Milo Studios and The Workhouse Studios in London, England
• Release date: July 30th, 1996 (1st full-length studio album by Republica)
• Record company: Deconstruction Records / RCA Records 
• Production: Ben Grosse
• Album cover art: Antar (artwork), Jennie Callomon (artwork), and James Fry (photography)
• Personnel: Tim Dorney (keyboards), Johnny Male (guitars), Saffron (lead vocals), Alix Tiernan (drums), and Andy Todd (keyboards) 
• Additional musicians: Sal Aiello (guitar), Dave Arch (piano), Paul Cartledge (guitar), Pete Davis (keyboards and programming), Ben Grosse (programming), Randy Jacobs (guitar), Jesus Beats (programming), Grant Mohrman (guitar), Mike Tuller (programming), John Vitale (guitars and programming), Jez Williams (guitar), and Marlon Young (guitar)
• Musical style: Alternative rock, "technopop punk rock" with elements of electronica and trip hop
• Sound: High-energy, bright, energetic, and upbeat, the sound on Republica's debut album blends electronic dance beats with more straightforward punk sensibility, which creates the perfect canvas for Saffron's rambunctious and somewhat sultry vocals.  There's even a little Siouxie and the Banshees influence on some of the tracks.  
• Major themes: With songs about "every day, real-life happenings", themes on the album include empowerment, life, independence, confidence, energy, relationships, honesty, etc.
• Tracks: 

1. "Ready To Go"
2. "Bloke"
3. "Bitch"
4. "Get Off"
5. "Picture Me"
6. "Drop Dead Gorgeous"
7. "Out Of The Darkness"
8. "Wrapp"
9. "Don't You Ever"
   
10. "Holly"
11. "Ready To Go" (original mix)

Brew Info:

• Brewery: Revision Brewing Company (Sparks, Nevada)
• Website: https://revisionbrewing.com/
• Brew: Jogging Like My Nineties Hazy IPA 
• Style: New England-style Hazy India Pale Ale (NEIPA)
• Serving: 16 ounce can
• ABV: 6.8%
• IBUs: 24
• Pour: The Jogging Like My Nineties Hazy IPA pours a very hazy, pale golden-yellow hue with a frothy, bright white, 1-finger head with good retention and sudsy, sticky lacing.
• Nose: The nose is very citrusy and tropical with more subtle floral and malt elements.  There are aromas of tangerine, freshly squeezed orange juice, orange zest, lemon zest, lime juice and peel, grapefruit rind, bright mango, apricot, wildflowers, light pine resin, freshly cut hay, and soft caramel/toffee.
• Taste: Fruit-forward and very juicy, the taste of the Jogging Like My Nineties Hazy IPA is citrusy, fruity, and slightly sweet.  There are notes of tangerine, orange juice, orange pith, lime, mango, pineapple, guava, light pine, and light honey.
• Mouthfeel: Medium to full-bodied with moderate carbonation, the mouthfeel is very crisp and very juicy, yet smooth and creamy with a dry, slightly sweet, slightly boozy finish.

Overall pairing: The Jogging Like My Nineties Hazy IPA from Revision Brewing is a punchy, yet very drinkable and refreshing, hoppy brew... great for pairing with the upbeat punky alternative rock punch of Republica!  The citrusy hops and sweet fruit elements of the beer align well with the high energy and brightness of the album!  'Nuff said!

Cheers!!