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As other members of Weezer became restless due to periods of inactivity, or frustrated with [[Rivers Cuomo]]'s dominance over the band's creative influx, they began to seek outside avenues to pursue their muse. Following [[Brian Bell]]'s [[The Space Twins]] and [[Matt Sharp]]'s [[The Rentals]], Wilson decided to get into the act. | As other members of Weezer became restless due to periods of inactivity, or frustrated with [[Rivers Cuomo]]'s dominance over the band's creative influx, they began to seek outside avenues to pursue their muse. Following [[Brian Bell]]'s [[The Space Twins]] and [[Matt Sharp]]'s [[The Rentals]], Wilson decided to get into the act. | ||
The Special Goodness can trace its roots back to 1994, when Wilson made a seven-track demo tape under the name [[Suburban Advantage]]. | The Special Goodness can trace its roots back to 1994, when Wilson made a seven-track demo tape under the name [[Suburban Advantage]]. Using a Dr. Rhythm drum machine (set to the TR-808 kit), it was his first concerted attempt at a quality demo of his own material. | ||
In late 1995, amidst various ''[[Pinkerton]]'' sessions, Wilson found the time to record no less than three different demos as [[Huge Guy]]. These recordings evolved directly into the early 1996 sessions for his debut, ''[[The Special Goodness (album)|The Special Goodness]]''. Although credited as Patrick Wilson, the album's title belies the fact that it is the true first Special Goodness release. Unfortunately, it was released only in Japan, and a full two years later at that. | In late 1995, amidst various ''[[Pinkerton]]'' sessions, Wilson found the time to record no less than three different demos as [[Huge Guy]]. These recordings evolved directly into the early 1996 sessions for his debut, ''[[The Special Goodness (album)|The Special Goodness]]''. Although credited as Patrick Wilson, the album's title belies the fact that it is the true first Special Goodness release. Unfortunately, it was released only in Japan, and a full two years later at that. | ||