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April Uprising

John Butler Trio · 2010

60 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock

Folk-infused rock melodies intertwine with passionate lyrics, creating a vibrant sonic tapestry of hope and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2010, 'April Uprising' marked the John Butler Trio's fourth studio album, following their successful 2007 release 'Grand National.' At this point in their career, the band had established themselves as leading figures in the Australian alternative rock scene while embracing a more politically charged lyrical focus.
Stylistic neighbors
Ben Harper· Jack Johnson· Dispatch

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Revolution 5:06
  • 2 One Way Road 3:05
  • 3 C’mon Now 2:42
  • 4 I’d Do Anything (Soldier’s Lament) 3:20
  • 5 Ragged Mile (Spirit Song) 3:57
  • 6 Johnny’s Gone 4:54
  • 7 Close to You 3:51
  • 8 Don’t Wanna See Your Face 2:43
  • 9 Take Me 5:01
  • 10 Fool for You 5:07
  • 11 To Look Like You 4:19
  • 12 Steal It 3:42
  • 13 Mystery Man 3:55
  • 14 Gonna Be a Long Time 3:46
  • 15 A Star Is Born 4:35

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata