1978–1990
The Go-Betweens · 1990
76 min · 22 tracks · indie rock
A reflective tapestry of jangly guitars and poetic lyrics that encapsulate Australian indie rock's essence in the late 20th century.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective moments of quiet introspection
- steady progression with emotional peaks
- for casual afternoon listening
- thoughtful lyrics to ponder
- melodic storytelling that unfolds gradually
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1990, '1978–1990' is a compilation album that showcases The Go-Betweens’ evolution through their early career up to their breakup. It follows their last studio album, '16 Lovers Lane' (1988), marking a retrospective period as the band prepared to disband shortly after this release. This compilation highlights both their critical acclaim and enduring influence on indie rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bats· The Church· The Feelies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hammer the Hammer 2:50
- 2 Cattle and Cane 4:02
- 3 Man O’Sand to Girl O’Sea 3:26
- 4 Bachelor Kisses 3:29
- 5 Draining the Pool for You 4:16
- 6 Spring Rain 3:06
- 7 The Clarke Sisters 3:17
- 8 Right Here 3:52
- 9 Bye Bye Pride 4:03
- 10 The House That Jack Kerouac Built 4:41
- 11 Streets of Your Town 3:34
- 12 Love Is a Sign 4:14
- 13 I Need Two Heads 2:33
- 14 When People Are Dead 4:28
- 15 People Say 2:39
- 16 World Weary 1:41
- 17 Rock and Roll Friend 3:34
- 18 Dusty in Here 4:10
- 19 Second-Hand Furniture 4:13
- 20 This Girl, Black Girl 2:31
- 21 Don’t Call Me Gone 2:16
- 22 You Won’t Find It Again 3:21
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