[1] In the early 1980s, the Seattle branch of the indie movement was influenced by punk rock, however it removed its speed and its structure and added elements of metal.

[3] Although Malfunkshun and Soundgarden were more popular in Seattle at this time, Green River was the first band of this movement to release a recording.

Turner left the group due to his dissatisfaction with bassist Jeff Ament and guitarist Stone Gossard's heavy metal leanings.

AllMusic reviewer Bradley Torreano describes the EP as "a worthwhile listen but not something that points towards the bright futures that its band members would enjoy.

From all accounts the experience was less than positive, though it did help cement alliances with other emerging American indie rock bands such as Sonic Youth.