Top tracks — play these first
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Love Is All — This track encapsulates Dury's distinctive lyrical style, combining playful romance with a touch of irony that reflects societal norms.
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England’s Glory — With sharp social commentary, this song critiques English culture while maintaining a catchy melody, showcasing Dury's masterful wordplay.
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PC Honey — In this track, Dury cleverly navigates themes of political correctness with wit, highlighting his ability to provoke thought while entertaining.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky storytelling with charm
- steady mid-tempo for gatherings
- vibrant rhythms for casual listening
- playful wit throughout the album
Maybe skip if you
- seeking intense emotional highs
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'Apples' was Ian Dury's sixth studio album, emerging after a five-year hiatus following 'Laughter.' At this point in his career, Dury was seeking to regain his footing in the music scene after a period marked by personal challenges and health issues, including his battle with polio.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Jackson· Squeeze· The Blockheads
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Apples 4:38
- 2 Love Is All 4:47
- 3 Byline Browne 3:18
- 4 Bit of Kit 2:14
- 5 Game On 3:18
- 6 Looking for Harry 3:44
- 7 England’s Glory 4:29
- 8 Bus Drivers’ Prayer 1:02
- 9 PC Honey 3:36
- 10 The Right People 3:03
- 11 All Those Who Say Okay 4:11
- 12 Riding the Outskirts of Fantasy 4:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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