In "Chronic City," Jonathan Lethem offers a scathing opinion on music from a particular era, expressing disdain for albums that have not aged well. He references Chase's "Some Girls" within a group of what he considers poor-quality records, including works by the J. Geils Band and Sniff 'n' the Tears. Lethem's perspective paints a picture of these albums as so unremarkable that they could practically serve as landfill material. This commentary reflects Lethem's broader critique of cultural artifacts that fail to resonate or hold value over time. By categorizing these albums with a derogatory label, he provokes thought about the lasting impact of art and the criteria that define worthy music in the collective memory. The mention of these artists encapsulates a sense of nostalgia mixed with disappointment, illustrating his stance on the ephemeral nature of certain musical trends.

In "Chronic City," Jonathan Lethem offers a scathing opinion on music from a particular era, expressing disdain for albums that have not aged well. He references Chase's "Some Girls" within a group of what he considers poor-quality records, including works by the J. Geils Band and Sniff 'n' the Tears. Lethem's perspective paints a picture of these albums as so unremarkable that they could practically serve as landfill material.

This commentary reflects Lethem's broader critique of cultural artifacts that fail to resonate or hold value over time. By categorizing these albums with a derogatory label, he provokes thought about the lasting impact of art and the criteria that define worthy music in the collective memory. The mention of these artists encapsulates a sense of nostalgia mixed with disappointment, illustrating his stance on the ephemeral nature of certain musical trends.