The Future of What is the third studio album by American post-hardcore band Unwound, released on April 24, 1995 by Kill Rock Stars.

The Future of What was recorded in December 1994 at John and Stu's in Seattle, Washington and produced by Steve Fisk.

[1] The album cover features an illustration by Soviet Ukrainian constructivist artist Yakov Chernikhov.

[2] In a favorable review, AllMusic's John Bush commented: "Taking their punk heritage from the Buzzcocks, Unwound write grinding, but tuneful songs.

[3] In a mixed review, Jem Aswad of CMJ New Music Monthly praised the opening track, but criticized the album's consistency.