Are You Blue or Are You Blind?
The Bluetones · 1995
10 min · 3 tracks · indie rock
A melodic blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that capture a quintessential '90s indie rock vibe.
Are You Blue or Are You Blind? is a single by The Bluetones, released in 1995. A melodic blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that capture a quintessential '90s indie rock vibe. The album garnered critical acclaim, reaching No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying The Bluetones' place in the Britpop movement. Its lead single 'Slight Return' became a defining track of the era, showcasing their knack for catchy melodies and witty lyrics. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Are You Blue or Are You Blind? sound like?
A melodic blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that capture a quintessential '90s indie rock vibe. Rooted in indie rock.
What makes Are You Blue or Are You Blind? by The Bluetones notable?
The album garnered critical acclaim, reaching No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying The Bluetones' place in the Britpop movement. Its lead single 'Slight Return' became a defining track of the era, showcasing their knack for catchy melodies and witty lyrics. Released on June 5, 1995, 'Are You Blue or Are You Blind?' was The Bluetones' debut album, arriving shortly after their breakthrough single 'Slight Return.' At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from relative obscurity to becoming prominent figures in the Britpop scene.
How many songs are on Are You Blue or Are You Blind??
Are You Blue or Are You Blind? has 3 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Are You Blue or Are You Blind? Standout 2:54
- 2 String Along Standout 3:52
- 3 Driftwood Standout 3:34
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