Past Lives (Saccharine Trust album)

Past Lives is a compilation album by the American hardcore punk band Saccharine Trust, released in 1989 on SST Records. It comprises previously unreleased material recorded between 1978 and 1981, offering a glimpse into the band's early and formative years. The tracks showcase the band's experimental and avant-garde tendencies, predating their more established sound found on albums like Paganicons. Past Lives features a variety of material, including live recordings, studio outtakes, and demo tracks. It is considered a valuable document for understanding the evolution of Saccharine Trust's unique blend of punk rock, free jazz, and spoken word. The album provides insight into the Los Angeles punk scene of the era and the band's contributions to its development. Past Lives is not generally considered a primary release in Saccharine Trust's discography, but rather a collection of archival material for fans interested in a deeper understanding of the band's history.