Updated October 1, 1993, with "New Madrid" from the album Anodyne, highlighted in the playlist below:

Uncle Tupelo's unique blend of alternative country and heartland rock paved the way for the alt-country movement. Tracks like "New Madrid" and "Sandusky" exemplify their raw, rootsy sound and thoughtful lyricism. These songs, released in the early '90s, remain beloved staples of Americana music.