10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Midnight Oil · 1982
45 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · punk
A fervent blend of punk rock energy and politically charged lyrics, pulsating with urgency and musical aggression.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its critical reception, earning a place in the Australian music canon and charting highly in Australia. Its single 'US Forces' became particularly influential, addressing political issues and contributing to the band's reputation as advocates for environmental and indigenous rights.
- Best for
- politically charged lyrical urgency steady mid-tempo engagement anthemic sing-along potential
- Context
- Released in November 1982, '10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1' was Midnight Oil's fourth studio album and a significant turning point in their career. Following the commercial success of their previous album 'Place Without a Postcard', this record solidified their status as a voice for social change in Australia and marked their rise to international prominence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· INXS· Crowded House· Powderfinger· Diesel· Silverchair· Little River Band· The Living End
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Outside World 4:21
- 2 Only the Strong 4:34
- 3 Short Memory 3:52
- 4 Read About It Standout 3:52
- 5 Scream in Blue 6:18
- 6 US Forces Standout 4:07
- 7 Power and the Passion Standout 5:40
- 8 Maralinga 4:44
- 9 Tin-Legs and Tin Mines 4:21
- 10 Somebody’s Trying to Tell Me Something 4:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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